Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I am pleased to announce that Growing in Faith, Giving in Love will serve as the theme and inspiration for the 2020 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal of the Archdiocese of Hartford.
The Annual Appeal once again challenges our charity as a united family of faith, and makes it possible for us to share what we have with those in need and to sustain the life of our local church. We are all part of God’s family and we have a responsibility to care for one another, especially by providing for the spiritual, moral and material well-being of each and all. The 2020 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, Growing in Faith, Giving in Love, presents us with a unique opportunity to combine all of our individual gifts in order to accomplish even more together as an archdiocese.
In urging your support for this year’s Annual Appeal, I also invite you to look for ways to strengthen your own faith and share with others the good news of the gospel. As Jesus says: “What you have received as a gift, give as a gift.” So don’t be afraid to think about what your Catholic faith in Jesus means to you, and then share that good news with others. Share it with your family and friends, your neighbors and co-workers. Be bold as the first Christians were, and invite others to join you at Mass!
As people of faith, we are called to care for one another and for those in need. So please be generous in sharing the “time, talent, and treasure” you have received from God, and make of it a gift that can benefit the spiritual and material well-being of individuals, families, and communities throughout Hartford, New Haven, and Litchfield Counties.
Please review this brochure as it illustrates some of the ways that Growing in Faith, Giving in Love will make a difference in the lives of many.
God bless you.
The Most Reverend Leonard P. Blair
Archbishop of Hartford
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I am pleased to announce that Growing in Faith, Giving in Love will serve as the theme and inspiration for the 2020 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal of the Archdiocese of Hartford.
The Annual Appeal once again challenges our charity as a united family of faith, and makes it possible for us to share what we have with those in need and to sustain the life of our local church. We are all part of God’s family and we have a responsibility to care for one another, especially by providing for the spiritual, moral and material well-being of each and all. The 2020 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, Growing in Faith, Giving in Love, presents us with a unique opportunity to combine all of our individual gifts in order to accomplish even more together as an archdiocese.
In urging your support for this year’s Annual Appeal, I also invite you to look for ways to strengthen your own faith and share with others the good news of the gospel. As Jesus says: “What you have received as a gift, give as a gift.” So don’t be afraid to think about what your Catholic faith in Jesus means to you, and then share that good news with others. Share it with your family and friends, your neighbors and co-workers. Be bold as the first Christians were, and invite others to join you at Mass!
As people of faith, we are called to care for one another and for those in need. So please be generous in sharing the “time, talent, and treasure” you have received from God, and make of it a gift that can benefit the spiritual and material well-being of individuals, families, and communities throughout Hartford, New Haven, and Litchfield Counties.
Please review this brochure as it illustrates some of the ways that Growing in Faith, Giving in Love will make a difference in the lives of many.
God bless you.
The Most Reverend Leonard P. Blair
Archbishop of Hartford
Follow Our Progress
Amount Pledged = $9,115,155.81
Gifts = 34,650
% of $10M Goal = 91.15%
as of December 31, 2020
Thank you to our
generous donors!
Growing in Faith, Giving in Love
See the 2020 AAA Brochures
Vicariate Outreach Program Reports
Vicariate Progress Reports
Thank you for considering a contribution to the
2020 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal.
Your support will assist the Archdiocese of Hartford to continue its mission of service
2020 Archbishop’s Annual Appeal Prayer
Heavenly Father, look kindly on us and help us to be witnesses of faith, hope and love for all our brothers and sisters, without exception, in the turmoil of today’s world. Grant us the confidence to walk in the footsteps of Jesus your Son and the insight to recognize the spiritual and material needs around us. Give us strength and compassion to love our neighbor as ourselves. Enlightened by the Holy Spirit, may we truly see those who need help and hope; hear those who cry out in want or pain; and comfort those who are discouraged or doubting. Bless our efforts for this year’s Archbishop’s Annual Appeal, “Growing in Faith, Giving in Love.” May it strengthen our commitment to our Archdiocesan family of faith and advance the work of the Gospel.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.