Our 2012 ACTS theme, “Here I Am, Lord,” draws us together as a community of believers to step forward as living examples of the Gospel to bring the healing presence of Jesus to our parishes, schools, campuses, hospitals, institutions, workplaces and wherever we serve. In our Christian tradition, we know we please God when we open our hearts generously to serve others.

I trust it is gratifying for you to know that your financial support to ACTS provides the resources to the Church so that we are able to respond to the human and pastoral needs of the people of Northeast Kansas. Your generosity to ACTS makes it possible for our Catholic Community to help the less fortunate and homeless, educate our children, care for the sick, console the troubled, strengthen families and marriages, protect the dignity of life and prepare our next generation of Church leaders.

The ministries funded by the ACTS carry out these works of preaching, teaching, and serving that no one parish or individual could undertake alone. Please spend a few moments reflecting on the many ways your gift will make a lasting difference.

So that we may continue to advance our mission and ministry and do it well, I invite your participation in the 2012 ACTS. It is my hope that you will join me by generously supporting ACTS again this year. As Archbishop, I give thanks to God for entrusting to my pastoral care and leadership such a vibrant Archdiocese. Be assured that I will remember you and your family in my daily prayers for all that you do to support the life of the Church.

May the Lord always bless you and those you hold dear for the sacrifice you offer today.

With gratitude for your love for Jesus and His Church, I remain

Sincerely yours in Jesus, the Lord of Life,

Please take time to peruse this website. Click here to make a gift online to ACTS 2012.