Woodside Parish Surpasses Generations’ Drive Goal

Despite being nervous about the Generations of Faith campaign at its outset, Father Kevin Abels and his St. Sebastian’s parish community in Woodside not only reached its $1.4 million goal, but far surpassed it.

Parish of New Immigrants Surpasses Campaign Goal

For those who are beginning Generations of Faith, Father Beuther says that “even though initially it can seem overwhelming, dealing with parishioners one on one as a pastor and having the help of the teams, you’re able to achieve what seems impossible.”

Merged Parish in St. Albans Displays Its Unity

The Generations of Faith campaign has truly been a collaborative effort for St. Catherine of Sienna and St. Pascal Baylon churches, which united several years ago to form Our Lady of Light parish in St. Albans.

Bayside Pastor Puts His Faith in the Parishioners

What does Father Frank Schwarz, pastor of American Martyrs in Bayside, love most about his parish? “The people. They’re wonderful … very caring people, who love their parish and love God and want to do right,” he said.

Generations of Faith By the Numbers

Generations of Faith Campaign is set to raise at least $80 million to strengthen 186 parishes, support senior priests and foster faith formation in future generations (infographic).

Parishes Continue to Roll Past Their Campaign Goals

With parish communities invigorated by the papal trip, Generations of Faith has continued to roll. Collectively, these parishes have secured $27 million to date – with over 6,500 gifts from parishioners.

Sunnyside Parish Doubles Generations Drive Goal

On the heels of Pope Francis’ historic visit to New York, exciting updates for the Generations of Faith campaign continue throughout the diocese. In Sunnyside, Queen of Angels parish has raised $920,000 on its goal of $460,000.