Join Us For This Transformative Campaign at St. Colette!
Our parish is blessed to take part in Called to Flourish: Our Church for the Future, a diocesan-wide effort to strengthen every parish and ministry across the Diocese of Cleveland. This campaign invites us to renew our commitment to the mission Christ has entrusted to us — to grow in faith, serve others with joy, and build a Church that will flourish for generations to come.
By participating in Called to Flourish, our parish shares in a collective effort, so that together we can build a more joyful, welcoming, and spiritually alive Church for all.
Diocesan Projects: This prayerful effort seeks to raise $200 million to support four strategic priorities:
Parishes
Sustaining parish communities, the epicenter of our faith.
Worship
Caring for the sacred spaces and individuals within our ministry.
Evangelization
Strengthening Catholic education and inspiring hearts to grow in faith.
Service
Continuing the mission of Jesus by responding to those in need.
projects at saint colette
To continue growing as a vibrant, Christ-centered community, our parish is launching several key initiatives as a part of the Called to Flourish: Our Church for the Future campaign. Through this effort, St. Colette will raise $1,165,000. Until we reach our goal, our parish will receive 50 cents of every dollar raised. Once we reach our goal, our parish will receive 80 cents of every dollar raised, allowing us to pursue the following parish priorities:
Investing in Infrastructure for a Thriving Parish
Parking Lot – 75 spaces will be added
Parish Offices – Reconfigure rooms and consolidate staff offices
Rectory – Reimagined to house a retired priest and/or seminarian
Boiler – Necessary updates; originally installed in the 1970s
Growing in Faith and Outreach
Deepening our evangelization efforts through guest speakers, outreach events, and expanded faith formation programs.
Building a Legacy
Investing in our Parish Endowment Fund to ensure long-term financial stability for St. Colette
Learn More About the Diocesan and Parish Case Directly from Fr. Tim!
How Do I Participate?
Every household is invited to take part in the Called to Flourish campaign by prayerfully considering a meaningful pledge. Because pledges can be fulfilled over five years, many families find they are able to make a greater impact than with a one‑time gift.
You have the flexibility to choose the schedule and method that works best for you—monthly, quarterly, or annually. Every gift, no matter the size, moves our parish closer to reaching our goal and supporting the mission we share.
Your personal invitation to participate will arrive by mail. After you’ve taken time to discern your commitment, you can return your pledge card to the Parish Office or make your gift conveniently online here.
To explore the many ways you can give, click here.
Giving via Check:
Make checks payable to the Called to Flourish Campaign.
To ensure accurate processing of your gift, please include the following information on your check:
First and last name
Name of your parish (St. Colette Parish)
Memo line: Called to Flourish Campaign
Please return your pledge card to the Parish Office.
Other Ways to Give
Legacy Gifts
Bequest in a Will or Trust: A bequest is a straightforward way to create a legacy of faith. With your attorney’s help, you may designate a specific amount, asset, or percentage of your estate to St. Colette Parish.
Beneficiary Designation: You can name St. Colette as a beneficiary of your IRA, 401(k), or life insurance policy. This is an easy way to make a significant gift without affecting your current finances.
Payable on Death (POD) Accounts: A POD designation on a bank account or certificate of deposit allows assets to transfer directly to the Church, bypassing probate.
Gift of Real Estate: Some donors wish to include real estate in their charitable plans. We encourage you to instruct your executor or trustee to sell the property and gift the proceeds to the Church, simplifying the process while creating lasting impact.
Start a Named Fund: With a minimum of $10,000, you can establish a named fund to benefit your parish or another ministry—passing on your faith and values to future generations.
Questions? For more information on making a legacy gift, please contact the Catholic Community Foundation at legacy@catholiccommunity.org or (216) 902-1300.
Questions?
Contact Information
Pastor: Fr. Tim Gareau | info@stcoletteparish.com
Accountant: Jeanette Webster | jwebster@stcoletteparish.com
Office Manager: Noah Schrader | nschrader@stcoletteparish.com
Campaign Director: Abbie Miller | abmiller@ccsfundraising.com
Campaign Office: calledtoflourish@catholiccomunity.org | (216) 902-1300