FAQs
What is the financial goal of the Believe and Build Campaign?
The church currently (2025) costs $30 million, so that is the goal. We have $27.7 in cash and outstanding pledges. We need $2.3 million and are aiming to raise more than that if possible.
There have pledge drives in 2017, 2019, and in 2024. Believe and BUILD is the name of the 2024 pledge drive and will be used as the name for all future fundraising efforts. Believe and Grow Together was the name for the 2017 and 2019 pledge drives.
Will the Diocese contribute money to build the church?
The Diocese knows that we are fiscally solid parish, so they have offered the option for a line of credit or loan. It is preferred to raise the funds without a loan. But having a loan option allows Father the discretion to build in the most efficient manner.
When is construction expected to begin? What is the duration of the construction?
The groundbreaking date is April 25, 2026 and is expected to be completed by the end of 2027.
Are there opportunities for my family to be recognized for our donation?
Yes! All families donating $5,000 and above will be recognized on a donor wall. The $5,000 will include the completed donations from all three pledge drives (2017 + 2019 + 2024). Pledges to the Believe campaign, that build our current parish facilities, have been recognized on a donor wall near the multipurpose room. Those pledges will not be included in your family total for the donor wall of the new church.
There are other recognition opportunities for families contributing to the church campaign a the highest levels. If you’re interested in these opportunities, please contact Glenda in the parish office.
How many will the new Church seat?
The church will increase from our current 750-seat capacity to approximately 950 people.
Why are we building a new church when the current building is very nice?
The building where we currently celebrate Mass is a hall. The master plan for our parish is to build a sacred and permanent place in which to praise and worship our Lord Jesus Christ.
What will happen to our current facilities?
During construction, all current facilities will remain in use. Once the church is complete, the hall will become available for parish activities, including receptions, meetings, religious education classes, and much more.
Will my pledge go directly to the construction of the church?
Yes, all funds raised are deposited into a restricted Diocesan account that can only be used for our church construction.
I have a previous pledge; should I pledge to Believe and Build, too?
If you haven’t completed your previous pledge to the following campaigns (Believe and Grow Together, Believe and Grow Together-Phase 2), please do so first. Once that pledge is completed, please consider a new pledge to the Believe and Build campaign. Contact Glenda in the parish office for information regarding your pledge.
I have some questions: Who should I contact?
Glenda Mortenson
Capital Campaign Administrative Assistant
(949) 551-8601 ext. 202