Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. Bishop | Archdiocese of Louisville

On September 14-15, the annual collection for Catholic higher education will be conducted in all parishes. Proceeds from this collection will benefit Bellarmine University, Spalding University, and the Catholic University of America.

Catholic colleges and universities strive to educate students in the richness of the Catholic intellectual heritage so that students can reflect and advance these values in the broader community. "The Gospel values and academic excellence that are the hallmark of Catholic higher education provide a compelling witness of faith in the civic, educational, medical, legal, business, arts, political, and non-profit arenas," stated Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre.

"The ability to bring together faith and reason in Catholic colleges and universities is especially important as we proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ and advance the common good in today’s world," he added.

Archbishop Fabre emphasized that generosity from parishioners would make Catholic college education available to students who otherwise might not be able to attend. "Thank you for your support of the Church’s tradition of Catholic higher education. You and your families are in my prayers," he concluded.

Sincerely in the Lord,

Most Reverend Shelton J. Fabre

Archbishop of Louisville