Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted asked that this letter be read at all Masses this weekend. This effort to alert the faithful is being conducted nationwide through the coordination of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, and addresses a vital issue regarding religious liberty and our fundamental rights as U.S. Catholic citizens.

We are launching the Saint Peregrine Cancer Shrine Endowment Fund matching program. Several leaders in our community have come together to offer a matching gift to create a perpetual endowment fund to support the maintenance and beautification of the shrine. Together we can maintain a beautiful and serene place to adore our Lord. What better gift can we give Him than the gift of adoration. For more information visit http://www.cancershrine.org/