A Message from Bishop Barres

Dear Friends,

Welcome to our Bishop's Annual Appeal website. In this 50th Anniversary year of our Diocese, I want to thank you again for your contribution to last year's BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL. Your gift provided operational assistance to programs and ministries available at your parish and the five counties of the Diocese of Allentown.

I am very grateful that you have continued to sacrifice for others through this difficult economy. The Spirituality of Stewardship reminds us “From His goodness, we have all received.” In the spirit of that love, we once again ask you to prayerfully consider your own gift to the 2011 BISHOP’S ANNUAL APPEAL.

As you visit this website, please take note that we have expanded our recognition societies and some of the benefits to our Appeal donors. I invite you to take the opportunity to view our video or to make your gift online.

I am very grateful to you for your continued generosity and support of both your parish and the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. Thank you again for all that you do and please know that I keep you and your families in my daily prayers.

Sincerely in Christ,

Most Reverend John O. Barres, D.D.
Bishop of Allentown