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    Looking To The Future
    • We are excited to announce the launch of our 2023 Looking To The Future Capital Campaign. The goal of this 4-year campaign is to raise $3 million dollars to provide funding to complete many vital campus-wide projects.

      Thank you for your support and participation!
       

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      Please note that we are using our new online Elexio Giving system for this campaign instead of FaithDirect.

    Overview
    • St. Lawrence Martyr’s 2023 Campaign, Looking to the Future, seeks to undertake various and substantive repairs and renovations on our campus that will allow us to serve our faith community better. These necessary renovations are a response to concerns from parishioners, aging facilities, and efforts to improve campus safety.

      We have categorized our large and diverse project list into three categories:

      > Deferred Maintenance
      • Church & Hall Heating System Replacement
      • Upper/Lower Parking Lot Repaving
      • School & Rectory Repairs
      > Security
      • Security System Phase 2
      • Fencing/Gates
      • Campus Lighting
      • New AED's
      > Upgrades
      • Courtyard Renovation
      • Hall A/V System Upgrade
      • Campus Painting

      The campaign is being led by Msgr. Paul and members of our parish staff. We have chosen not to hire an outside consultant firm. Additionally, we are blessed with a committed campaign committee. These parish volunteers and leaders have come forward to lead and assist in implementing this campaign.

      > Committee Members
      • Jenny Bagheri
      • Celeste Cummings
      • Matt Hadnett
      • Alia Henson
      • Joh Marcone
      • Cindy Percz
      • Don Pfaff
      > Staff Members
      • Msgr. Paul Dotson
      • Jenny Attanasio
      • Janell O'Dowd
      • Jon Manipon
    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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      What is the 2023 St. Lawrence Martyr Campaign?

      St. Lawrence Martyrs 2023 Campaign, Looking to the Future, seeks to undertake various and substantive repairs and renovations on our campus that will allow us to better serve our faith community. These necessary renovations are a response to concerns from parishioners, aging facilities, and efforts to improve campus safety. The campaign will focus on critical issues such as a new heating system in the Church and Hall, and a new A/V system in the Hall while creating a safer and inviting environment in which to gather and celebrate.


      What are the project priorities?

      We have categorized our large and diverse project list into 3 categories:

      Deferred Maintenance
      • Church Heating System Replacement
      • Hall Heating System Replacement
      • Upper/Lower Parking Lot Repaving
      • Hall Painting
      • School Repairs
      • Rectory Repairs
      Safety & Security
      • Security System Phase 2
      • Fencing/Gates
      • Campus Lighting
      • New AEDs
      Upgrades
      • Courtyard Renovation
      • Hall A/V System Upgrade
      • Campus Painting

      What is the total cost for these projects?

      The goal for the Looking to the Future campaign is $3 million. This total amount also includes the balance of our goal for the Called to Renew Diocesan campaign of $815,000.


      Why do we need another campaign? Why didn’t we make these changes during the last campaign?

      The primary focus of our previous campaign was to renovate the Church, which we did. Many of the projects we want to do now have been on our deferred maintenance list for quite some time and desperately need attention. We also want to continue improving the safety and security of our campus while upgrading our spaces to meet the needs of our dynamic parish.


      I thought the school just had a remodel. Why weren't the school repairs included in the remodel?

      The school offices and library were the focus of the last school remodel. There are new repair issues now needing attention.


      What is the money from MME/Taste of the Bay used for? Why can't that money be used for the needed school repairs?

      Tuition alone does not cover school expenses. SLM School relies on several fundraisers to make up the difference - Golf Tournament, Scrip, Fun Run, Taste of the Bay, Book Fair. These help the school balance its budget. The Taste of the Bay fundraiser includes a Fund a Need campaign to raise funds for a specific school need. Last year, $30,000 was raised to help offset the $100,000 cost to replace windows. This year’s Fund a Need campaign hopes to raise funds to replace the 10+ year-old, outdated SMART Boards. The estimated cost for this specific project is over $60,000.


      What happened to the money collected with the last campaign?

      Of the nearly $3 million collected, almost $2.3 million was spent on the restoration of the church and bell towers. We also paid $255,000 towards our $1.07 million pledge to Called to Renew. Lastly, we spent about $140,000 on new security fencing and gates and remodeling the guest bedrooms in the Rectory.


      Is the money collected for the campaign kept separate from general offertory giving?

      Yes, absolutely. Money raised from our capital campaigns goes into a separate building fund account and is not commingled with general offertory in any way.


      Can’t the work we want to do be deferred a bit more?

      Unfortunately, no. As with most repairs, the longer you wait, the worse the problem gets, and repair costs rise.


      How much do we currently have in our Building Project fund (left over from the previous campaign of 2018) and will we need a loan?

      We currently have approximately $300,000 in our Building Project fund. Our intention is not to have any debt associated with these projects; therefore, no loan would be necessary.


      Who is conducting the campaign?

      The campaign is being led by Msgr. Paul and members of our parish staff. We have chosen not to hire an outside consultant firm. Additionally, we are blessed with a committed campaign committee. These parish volunteers and leaders have come forward to lead and assist in the implementation of this campaign.


      Who will be asked to support the Looking to the Future campaign?

      To give every parishioner the opportunity to contribute to the next generation of Catholics in Redondo Beach, every registered family at St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church and School will be asked to consider making a gift or pledge to the campaign. While not all members will be able to give at the same level, each will be asked to make a sacrificial commitment.


      How will the campaign affect our parish offertory collection?

      St. Lawrence Martyr Catholic Church relies on its offertory for its current ministry and operations. Throughout the campaign, parishioners will be asked to make commitments above and beyond regular giving. Parishioners are asked to not diminish giving to the offertory collection, but rather to consider an increased commitment to the Church. Parishioners are encouraged to continue to embrace stewardship as a way of life and strengthen their vision of what it is to be a member of the Church.


      Called to Renew

      What is the “Called to Renew” (CTR) Diocesan Campaign?

      Recognizing that our parish is part of a much larger Catholic community, and that there are needs beyond our own parish, we will dedicate a portion of our campaign funds to support the Archdiocesan campaign Called to Renew. Through this effort, we seek to renew our families, parishes, and community by ensuring that the Church remains vital and active for future generations.


      What is St. Lawrence Martyr’s total CTR goal?

      St. Lawrence Martyr’s assessment for Called to Renew is $1,070,000.


      Why does St. Lawrence still owe $815,000? Didn’t we raise that money with the 2018 Capital Campaign?

      We did not reach our $3.6 million goal from the 2018 capital campaign. To date, St. Lawrence has paid $255,000 towards our CTR assessment.


      How is CTR different from Together in Mission?

      The simplest way to think about this is to define the church as a home. Together in Mission and the weekly parish offertory are used to pay ongoing critical operating expenses such as salaries, insurance, utilities, etc., while campaign funds go towards larger periodic or one-time needs such as putting a new roof on the church, repaving the parking lot, or painting the exterior of the rectory. A recent facilities study confirmed that Archdiocesan parishes and schools require nearly $350 million in deferred maintenance needs.


      What is the purpose of this Diocesan campaign?
      • Strengthening Parishes and Schools - Funds will be used to support parishes and schools with much-needed deferred maintenance projects including repairs to roofs, plumbing, heating and cooling, parking lots, and more.

      • Serving the Vulnerable - Funds will be used to recruit and train additional hospital chaplains and lay ministers for the Ministry to the Sick and Dying, which provides support and healing to patients and suffering families. Additionally, monies will be allocated to the Restorative Justice Ministry serving those who are imprisoned, as well as their families and victims’ families.

      • Supporting Priestly Vocations - Funds will be used to construct an additional dormitory at St. John’s Seminary, to create an endowment for the Cardinal Manning House of Prayer for Priests, and to support men in formation at the Queen of Angels Center for Priestly Formation.

      • Investing in the Faith of Future Generations - Funds will be used to improve parish religious education programs, expand college campus ministry programs, and establish a $40 million scholarship endowment fund at the Catholic Education Foundation.


      What is the financial breakdown for the $500 Million CTR total goal?
      Area of Need/Allocation % of Total
      Strengthening Parishes and Schools ($375 million)
      • Strategic Facility Improvements
      • Programs and Ministry
      • Other investments as determined by parish leadership
      75%
      Serving the Vulnerable
      • Restorative Justice Ministry ($15 million)
      • Hospital Ministry ($15 million>
      6%
      Supporting Priestly Vocations
      • St. John’s Seminary Multi-Purpose Center ($10 million)
      • Queen of Angels Center for Priestly Formation ($10 million)
      • Cardinal Manning House of Prayer ($10 million)
      6%
      Investing in the Faith of the Future
      • CEF Scholarships ($40 million)
      • RE Curriculum and Teaching ($15 million)
      • College/University Campus Ministry ($10 million)
      13%


      Giving to the Campaign

      How much should we give?

      Genuine stewardship encourages gifts of equal sacrifice, which are not necessarily gifts of an equal dollar amount. Ultimately, your prayerful discernment will be most appreciated.


      What happens if we exceed the goal? What will we do with the extra funds raised?

      Exceeding our goal will allow us to save the funds for future projects!


      How long will the pledge redemption period last?

      Pledges can be paid over a 4-year period.


      Are donors able to pay pledges using a credit card, debit card or through automatic withdrawal from a checking or savings account?

      Yes. A donor may fulfill a pledge using a credit card, debit card, or automatic withdrawal from a checking or savings account. Donors can simply go online to our website www.STLM.org/campaign to complete their pledge card. Of course, donors may also send checks to the parish, or other types of gifts (see below). All donations to this campaign are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.


      Why are donors asked to complete a Pledge Card?

      Pledge Cards aid in appropriately recording and acknowledging commitments and in providing donors with a reminder of subsequent payments according to the schedule they request. Donors are asked to sign a Pledge Card indicating that they have authorized the terms of their pledge/gift. A Pledge Card is not a legally binding document.


      Can donors make gifts of stock or other non-cash gifts?

      The campaign accepts gifts of stock and other non-liquid assets, including real estate. Donors wishing to make a gift of stock should contact Yvonne Fisher in the parish office at 310-540-0329.


      Are donors able to pay pledges using their Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)?

      Yes! RMD tax codes allow for the establishment of a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD). A QCD is a direct transfer of funds from your IRA custodian, payable to a qualified charity. A Qualified Charitable Distribution is not taxed, nor is it included in your taxable income. Using a QCD, you accomplish two beneficial objectives ~ donating to St. Lawrence and lowering your taxable income!


      What is a Required Minimum Distribution (RMD)?

      Required minimum distributions, or RMDs, are amounts required to be withdrawn from certain tax-advantaged accounts upon reaching age 73 (previously age 72). Those accounts include many popular retirement accounts such as traditional and Roth 401(k)s as well as traditional IRAs.


      Who should donors make checks payable to?

      All donations should be made payable to St. Lawrence Martyr Capital Campaign.


      Are contributions tax deductible?

      While charitable contributions are generally tax deductible, you should consult with your tax advisor.


      Where can I find more information about the campaign?

      For more information contact the Campaign Office at 310-540-0329.

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