Pastoral Letter

Submitted on August 02, 2001

Send to friend Dear Friends in Christ, It was 45 years ago that the first priest from the Archdiocese of St. Louis went to minister in the missions of Bolivia. Throughout these years the presence of our priests and sisters in Latin America has been a living witness of our love for Jesus Christ and a sign of our solidarity with our brothers and sisters. These missionary efforts are made possible in large part through your generosity. Your prayers and donations have enabled our missionaries to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and bring food, medicine and shelter to those in need. I invite you to continue your support of the Latin America Apostolate of the Archdiocese of St. Louis by participating in the annual collection which greatly benefits the Bolivian missions. This collection will be taken up on the weekend of Aug. 4-5. In anticipation I express my deep gratitude for your contribution to such a splendid cause. Sincerely yours in Christ, Most Reverend Justin Rigali Archbishop of St. Louis