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(August 1, 2014)
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Just a brief update... THE NEWS IS ALL GOOD!
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Here is what we have raised during last 2 weeks for the Fr. Aloysius' Cause:
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July 1, 2014 - Beginning Balance $ 100.00
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July Contributions + $ 4,948.00
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15 PLEDGES have been made so far with a TOTAL is $4,100. Of the pledges, $ 3,600. has been deposited by those who pledged. This amount is included in the "July Contributions" amount.
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We need $50,000. to OPEN THE CAUSE. This should cover the first year expenses for the CAUSE.
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That's $5,000 per month X 12 months.
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We are at 10 % of our goal of $50,000 ($5,000).
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There were 4 earlier commitments made during Dr. Andrea Ambrosi's visit in March, 2014. They were for $ 5,000. each, for a total of $20,000. Dr. Ambrosi is our POSTULATOR. When these families make these contributions, we will be well on our way!
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Recall that just two weeks ago we literally began with very little Let us continue to offer prayers of thanksgiving for these wonderful results. Yes, please continue to pray for a miracle. It's been over 30 years and it's now time for our prayers and efforts to be directed for a successul Father Aloysius Cause of Sainthood!
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(July 21, 2014)
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Great news! Continue praying, or begin praying, for the "Sainthood Cause" for Fr. Aloysius.
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Here's where we stand=>
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- Attorneys have been working behind the scenes on the rewording of the "Articles of Incorporation" for the California non-profit. This is in order to meet the specifications of tribunal officials of the Archdiocese so that Archbishop Jose Gomez of Los Angeles can give his approval for our laudable endeavor.
- We are completing the list of witnesses to be presented when the cause is opened. If you or someone you know should be included as a witness, please let us know immediately.
- We've been collecting a list of stories, graces and miracles. If you have anything you would like to share about Fr. Aloysius and how he touched your life, or the life of someone you know, please contact us.
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O.K. We're moving along, behind the scenes, but... it's time to speak about the finances.
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To open the cause for Fr. Aloysius we'll need to show the Archbishop that we have the funds in the bank... that we are financially ready for the expenses of the cause, at least for the first year. Dr. Andrea Ambrosi, our postulator, estimates we will need between $4,000 to $5,000 a month. Some months will be more and some months less, but estimating an average amount per year, we need to have at least $40,000 in the bank for the opening the cause. Remember, the Church does not put up the money for a cause of sainthood. No, it's the organization or association which acts as the "promoter" of the cause. That's us. Anyone who is inspired to help us by committing to a monthly or yearly amount can now do so to build our reserve for financing of the cause.
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Sound daunting? Can we do this?
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With prayer, confidence in Almighty God, and the intercession of Our Blessed Mother (and Fr. Aloysius), we can do this.
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If only half of our 800 names, the friends and supporters of Fr. Aloyius, each contribute $100... then... within the next few weeks, we'd have the $40,000 in the bank ready for the opening of the cause.
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Of course some will want to contribute more and some less, but we are suggesting this example of what most should be able to do for this worthly cause of the first saint in the history of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Let's pray that we can do this!
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Please do this right away.
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Sincerely Yours in the Immaculate Heart of Mary,
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Fr. Kevin Pius Manion
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