CHRIST CALLS EACH OF US
in a special way to reflect on how we can more fully participate as His disciples, and as good stewards in the mission of the Church — a mission of preaching and teaching, serving, and worshipping for the glory of God. The annual Catholic Services Appeal is an important opportunity to answer Christ's call and renew our personal commitment to His work in the Church.

You may ask, "How does the CSA benefit me?" The answer is that the CSA touches us all in ways we may not realize. We are the Body of Christ, and the CSA funds ministries, programs, and services that every day in some way affect the lives of thousands in southeast Michigan and beyond.

This year we continue the theme, Sharing Christ in and through the Church. By sharing the blessings God gives us through our gifts to the CSA, countless people enjoy the fruits of the work of the Central Services departments of Communications; Development and Stewardship; Evangelization, Catechesis and Schools; and Parish Life and Services. The CSA also supports the Office of Priestly Vocations, Sacred Heart Major Seminary, and the Metropolitan Tribunal. When we make our annual pledge to the CSA, we join with all of our sisters and brothers in Christ throughout the Archdiocese of Detroit to do the work that no one individual can do.

Please take a moment to read how gifts to the Catholic Services Appeal have made a difference in our communion
of faith.