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

Catholics in the Archdiocese of Louisville will take part in the annual Peter’s Pence collection during Masses on the weekend of August 16-17. The collection, which has been held for centuries, is intended to support the pope’s mission and charitable works around the world.

In a letter addressed to parishioners, Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre described the purpose of the collection as set by the Holy See: “(1) To support the Holy Father’s mission, which extends throughout the entire world, from the proclamation of the Gospel to the promotion of integral human development, education, peace, and brotherhood among peoples: thanks also to the many activities of service carried out by the dicasteries, bodies and organs of the Holy See that assist him every day; and (2) To support the numerous charitable works in aid of people and families in difficulty, populations afflicted by natural disasters and wars, or who are in need of humanitarian assistance or support for development.”

Archbishop Fabre noted that donations help fund both papal ministries and various solidarity projects for those most in need. He encouraged parishioners to consider supporting this year’s effort: “Please prayerfully consider supporting this year’s collection as an act of mercy and charity. Join our brothers and sisters in faith from around the globe to help Pope Leo carry out his ministry to the Universal Church and reach out to the most marginalized in our world. Thank you for considering this invitation.”

More information about how Peter’s Pence supports papal ministry can be found at www.obolodisanpietro.va/en/cos-e-l-obolo.html.

The archbishop closed his letter by assuring parishioners of his prayers.