In the Gospel of John, Jesus prays: “That they may all be one, as you, Father, are in me and I in you” (Jn 17:21). One Faith, One Family is an invitation for all of us at Saint Peter Cathedral Parish to deepen our commitment to live this unity in our shared faith and common mission as one family in Christ.
Each year, through the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA), we manifest our unity in Christ as we support essential daily ministries and programs of the Catholic Church that serve all our parishes and communities throughout our Diocese of Erie.
Through our generosity to the CSA, we proclaim and live out the Gospel in northwest Pennsylvania beyond what our parish can provide, through our Catholic Schools Office, Catholic Charities, Office of Faith Formation, Clergy Services, Office of Communications, Diocesan and International Missions Office and pastoral services.
On the weekend of March 1 and 2, 2025, we will invite you to make a commitment to the CSA. These gifts support our parish by funding our annual contribution that helps make the work of vital diocesan ministries possible. Saint Peter Cathedral Parish keeps 100% of gifts raised beyond our contribution for the needs of our parish. Your gifts allow Saint Peter Cathedral Parish and the Church in northwest Pennsylvania to continue building up the body of Christ.
We plan to utilize money raised over our CSA diocesan assessment to begin to build a restoration fund that will allow us to convert the former Cathedral Prep Cafeteria into a space that could be utilized by all parishioners.
Please prayerfully review the information provided on this website and reflect on how you and your family can further the work of Christ in our world through your pledge to this year’s CSA. Each gift is a tangible expression of our unity in mission and love.
I also encourage you to send us your prayer intentions so that we may pray for them collectively during Mass in the upcoming weeks.
Thank you for your generosity, prayers and commitment to Saint Peter Cathedral Parish. Through the CSA, united in One Faith, One Family, we build a stronger, more vibrant Church.
In Christ,
The Very Reverend Michael P. Ferrick, VF
Rector
