ShareLife speakers bear witness to wonders

It's been a busy few weeks around here, preparing for and following up on the first ShareLife collection in parishes throughout the archdiocese.

At this time of year, ShareLife staff members and employees of ShareLife agencies are busy speaking to parishioners at weekend Masses, providing information and testimonials about the important work being done in the community with the help of ShareLife funding. We're truly thankful for the additional effort and the time away from family these people provide - theirs are the stories from the trenches; the evidence that our collective response really is helping people weather the troubled waters of their lives.

Early indications are that $2.5 million was received at parishes during last weekend's collections. We know several parishes didn't have the chance to report their results before the first tally took place, so we're hopefull the actual number is much higher.

Thanks to everyone who has contributed to the campaign already - your support gives the campaign the momentum it needs to get to the goal of $12 million. If you haven't had a chance to make a contribution yet, please do. Your gift can make a real and meaningful difference - next time you hear a ShareLife speaker, you'll hear how.