Today's second collection supports the St. Joseph's Society, which supports our retired priests who have dedicated their lives to serving our local communities.
In the Archdiocese of Vancouver, priests are responsible for their own savings and contribute to a pension plan, the St. Joseph's Society. The Society provides financial assistance to help our priests live with dignity and security in their retirement. Due to their modest salary and personal almsgiving, their savings only provide for their basic needs in retirement. These savings can disappear quickly if nursing care or other expenses become necessary.
The St. Joseph's Society relies on the generosity of parishioners like you to ensure that we can help provide our retired priests with a comfortable living environment, quality medical care, and other essential services that they require. Your donation will express your gratitude to them.
Please consider making a tax-deductible donation to the St. Joseph's Society online at rcav.org/joseph