Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As our shared journey of faith is renewed and the 2026 Catholic Faith Appeal begins, I recall the powerful words from St. Paul to Timothy: “Tell them to do good…to be generous, ready to share” (1Tim 6:18). These words capture the beautiful message of Christian stewardship and generosity.
Through the Catholic Faith Appeal (CFA), an opportunity is offered to respond to the Lord’s call to love and benevolently serve others. Your giving helps vital ministries and outreach programs and brings Christ’s love to the poor, educates families in the Faith, provides disaster relief in times of difficulty, and forms future priests and leaders within the Local Church. It is precisely your contribution that allows the witnessing of Christ’s command to love God and neighbor in word and deed.
The following pages highlight some of the programs and ministries supported by the CFA. It is my hope you will prayerfully consider making a charitable gift to this year’s Catholic Faith Appeal so that, together, we can reflect the compassion, mercy and generosity of Our Lord.
Thank you for your commitment, prayers and dedication to this shared mission. Be assured of my deepest prayers for you and your loved ones. May the Lord bless you abundantly for your goodness in helping those of God’s children who are most in need.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

+Frank J. Dewane
Bishop of the Diocese of
Venice in Florida

TO DONATE

Catholic Faith Appeal – Diocese of Venice

“Tell them to do good . . . be generous, ready to share.” (1 Tim 6:18)

The Catholic Faith Appeal (CFA) provides an invitation to respond to this call by giving of our resources to help others. In addition, the CFA serves as an opportunity to share in the good works taking place every day throughout the Diocese of Venice. View the 2026 Catholic Faith Appeal video, below, and see all the good that has taken place in the past year, thanks to your kindness and generosity! Bishop Frank J. Dewane thanks all for your support of this annual appeal. We can’t do what we do without you!

Gifts can be made as a one-time gift or as recurring monthly installments.

Thank you for your support!

Catholic Faith Appeal – Diocese of Venice