From the September 15, 2024 bulletin...

Dear Holy Rosary Friends and Familes,

Over the past year, our parish has experienced remarkable growth, thanks to your continued support and commitment. We have celebrated the sacraments of initiation with 16 children and 3 adults baptized, 31 children and 7 adults confirmed, and 3 weddings. Our friars have served tirelessly, offering over 1,200 parish Masses, over 700 hours of confessions, and responding to over 70 emergency calls. It has been a truly blessed year, filled with grace and community.

As we continue to build on this momentum, I want to express my deepest gratitude to all our parishioners and friends for your financial and spiritual contributions. Your generosity has helped us stabilize our parish budget, achieving an income of $1,312,507.70 with expenses totaling $1,113,556.13, resulting in a net of $198,951.57. This is a significant milestone, and I am thankful for your stewardship, which has allowed us to make necessary cuts while increasing collection.

Although our financial standing has improved, important work remains to ensure the safety and longevity of our beloved church. Urgent maintenance projects include replacing the priory boiler before winter, repairing the sewer line that services both the church and the priory, and completing the renovations to the church office necessitated by April's flood. Additionally, in the near future, we will need to address the priory HVAC system, clean and paint the church building, and repair the irrigation system.

I will work closely with the finance council to develop a plan to address these needs and keep you updated on our progress. These repairs are crucial, and while they may require additional support, I am confident that together, we can meet these challenges. The full annual report is on the parish website for those who want to see more details of our parish's revenue and expenditures.

As we continue our journey as a parish, we remain committed to offering traditional and reverent Masses, including Dominican Rite Masses, as well as parish devotions such as the Rosary, First Friday, and newly added First Saturday devotions. We will also focus on strengthening our religious education and formation programs for all ages, ensuring that we grow in faith together. Your prayers and support are essential as we move forward, maintaining the rich traditions and spiritual vibrancy that define our parish.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment and generosity. May God bless each of you abundantly for your love and dedication to Holy Rosary.

Yours in Christ,

Fr. Peter Do, OP