St. Francis Xavier Parish Phoenix issued the following announcement on Oct. 4

Typically we find ourselves in the midst of our Annual Offertory Appeal during the month of October. We launch with messaging from the pulpit, perhaps a video or special slogan, followed by a mailing of commitment cards to our parish families. This year, we’ve discerned that our efforts would be “quiet” -- we aren’t going to formally ask for offertory commitments. Rather, we will speak to you from the pulpit with a message of gratitude believing that your hearts have been moved and your financial support to the parish will evolve and continue.

Without question, this year has been unusual. That is why our offertory commitment request of you will be different, too. Throughout the last several months, you’ve shown your devotion to St. Francis. As you watched Mass from your homes, you contributed online. When we were able to greet you in person, you maintained your support of St. Francis through a variety of means, not the least of which was your gift collected during the Mass.

Your financial gifts translate into the care and upkeep of our church and campus, as well as, the creation of ministry programming that are designed to nourish you spiritually. We’ve become adept at streaming liturgies, hosting webinars and engaging core ministry groups virtually. And, we’ve prepared the way to welcome our ministries back to campus. As of this weekend, all of our ministries have been contacted and, if they feel ready, will begin their weekly or monthly meetings here at Anderson Hall, in the church, and at the school.

Through your enduring financial gifts, you are enabling us to continue the many programs and ministries that make St. Francis Xavier a thriving faith community. We thank you for your gift of treasure and in return offer our gifts of time and talents. Know that every member of the Phoenix Jesuit Community and parish staff is here to serve you.

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