Diocese of Lincoln Charity & Stewardship Appeal (DDP)
MISSION
To proclaim the Good News;
to teach and equip succeeding generations to continue Christ’s ministry on earth; to give witness to God’s love by ministering to the needs of others.
“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” (Heb. 13:16)
* By doing good and sharing your resources, you demonstrate the success and power of the sufferings of God’s Son.
* Contributions help our diocese to carry out Christ’s mission on earth—to teach, to preach and to serve.
* Your contribution can enhance the lives of others. A life lived for others is a bright and shining testimony to the truthfulness of God’s promises.
* By contributing you are affirming your faith and trust in God’s providing care.
CSA 2022 has a diocesan goal of $2.1 million divided between five categories:
Beneficiary Goals by Category
• Rebates to Parishes $1,450,280 (67%)
• Proclaiming God’s Word $292,500 (14%)
• Works of Mercy $177,500 (8%)
• Diocesan Ministries $150,000 (7%)
• Appeal Administrative Costs $75,000 (4%)
CSA 2022 Appeal Summary:
Rebates to Parishes
• Parishes ($2,099,191)
Proclaiming God’s Word
• Office of Evangelization ($5,460)
• Family Life Office ($30,619)
• Youth Ministry ($51,475)
• Newman Center ($60,000)
• Camp Kateri ($28,426)
• Our Lady of Good Counsel Retreat House ($22,500)
• Hispanic Ministry ($91,531)
Works of Mercy
• Catholic Social Services ($27,500)
• Hospital & Nursing Home Ministry ($86,139)
• Prison Ministry ($60,862)
Diocesan Ministries
* Archives ($24,865)
* Tribunal ($59,238)
* Vatican Studies ($42,154)
* Religious Sisters Retirement ($25,000)
Appeal Administrative Costs – ($75,000)
Returns to Parishes
* 80% of the parish goal is returned to parishes that support 2 Catholic Schools
* 100% of all funds raised above each parish goal are returned to the parish
