Dear Friends,

This month the Bishop's Ambassadors gathered with Bishop John Doerfler to celebrate Mass and enjoy in-person fellowship once again! It was wonderful to see friends, make new friends, share a meal, and hear about some really great things happening around the diocese. The program portion of the evening was videotaped. If you'd like to watch, please click here.

To learn more about the Diocese of Marquette's Bishop's Ambassadors, please visit the Upper Peninsula Catholic Foundation's website here.

Gratefully,

Terri Gadzinski, Executive Director

Stewardship & Development, Diocese of Marquette

Upper Peninsula Catholic Foundation

For many years, John Roberts has lived in a long-term care unit in Ontonagon. With a cross on his wall, a giant bible by his bed, and prayers tucked in the walls, he serves as a Catholic light not only for those around him but also to his extended parish family who keep him close in prayer. Through John, we are all reminded to bloom, no matter where we are planted. You can read more about John in The U.P. Catholic newspaper here.

The U.P. Catholic Foundation Annual Report

Click here to access the U.P. Catholic Foundation 2020-21 Annual Report. Meet our advisory board, check out recent fund distributions, and learn more about our fund beneficiaries! The UPCF's audited financial statements are available here.

Celebrated annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving #iGiveCatholic is the U.S. Catholic Church’s Giving Day that kicks off the charitable season and brings the Catholic community together to give thanks and give back. As the first-ever giving day created to celebrate our unique Catholic heritage, #iGiveCatholic inspires faithful stewards to "Give Catholic" on #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving.

All Upper Peninsula parishes, schools, and nonprofit ministries will be participating in #iGiveCatholic Day. For more inspiration, visit the #iGiveCatholic website.

Join us in prayers of thanksgiving for Bishop Emeritus James H. Garland's 90th birthday! If you'd like to send a card, the address is: 300 Rock St., Marquette, MI 49855

For many reasons, women have historically taken a backseat in finances. But today, we see that trend change. Whether because they are equal earners in the household or because they are needing to manage finances for themselves. This podcast addresses the changing roles for women. “The stigma needs to be removed that investments or taking care of your financial future must be done by men. The availability of information allows women to learn and do for themselves.”
- Sandy Guzmán

A key stimulus package is set to expire on Dec. 31. There are a few last-minute ways you can make a difference for the Church. Visit our diocesan planned giving website for info and end the year on a high note by checking in on your estate.

We invite you to discover Holy Donors podcast. Great for long hikes and fall getaways. Season One delves into the extraordinary life of Danny Thomas and his dream for St. Jude. Take a listen here.