Progress 2010

Progress Annual Appeal

The Progress Appeal is the Bishop’s Annual Appeal to support the ministries of the Diocese of El Paso.  Funds raised through the Progress Appeal represent nearly 40% of all operating funds available to diocesan ministries.  Progress funds are used to support the pastoral, spiritual, educational and human service programs that benefit thousands of individuals throughout the 10 counties of our diocese.  The diocese also advances the work of every parish with direct financial assistance such as grants and support services.  Without the Progress Appeal, this vital work of the Church would not be possible. 

The Progress Annual Appeal, above all else, is a natural extension of the concept of Christian Stewardship. Stewardship is based on the daily practical recognition that we are not the absolute owners of ourselves, our time, our talents or material goods. We have received every gift of nature and grace from God. Through Baptism we are called to use our time, talent and treasure in a responsible manner for our families, our parish communities, the pastoral ministries of the diocese, and for the global ministries of the universal Church.

The Progress Annual Appeal is the one diocesan-wide campaign that serves the needs of our people beyond the boundaries of any one parish. We invite you to participate in the Progress Appeal both through a commitment to prayer and a Progress gift.

PRAYER FOR THE PROGRESS APPEAL