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“The Christian faithful are obliged to assist with the needs of the Church so that the Church has what is necessary for divine worship, for the works of the apostolate and of charity, and for the decent support of ministers.” CIC can. 222 § 1

“The diocesan bishop is bound to admonish the faithful of the obligation mentioned in canon 222 §1 and in an appropriate manner to urge its observance.” CIC can. 1261 §2

On 25 July 2024, I promulgated the policy entitled “Catholic Campaigns and Fundraisers in the Stewardship Model.” In the course of utilizing this policy, several issues have come to light which require further clarification in order to better facilitate the practice of the Stewardship way of life in the Diocese of Jefferson City. Now, having evaluated the policy in light of practical experience of its implementation, and having consulted the Diocesan Finance Officer, the Director of Stewardship, and all other interested parties, I now wish to introduce this updated policy on Capital Campaigns and Fundraisers with slight revisions.

I therefore,

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that this policy, now entitled, “Capital Campaigns & Fundraisers in the Stewardship Way of Life” shall be promulgated by being published on the Diocesan website and take effect immediately, all things to the contrary notwithstanding. I furthermore order that a copy of this policy be sent to all concerned parties.

Given at the Chancery in Jefferson City on the 20^th day of December in the year of Our Lord 2024.