The Catholic Community of the Good Shepherd
One Sacred Mission
Renewing the places that formed us.
Protecting the parish that unites us.
Together, we can care for the Church of the Holy Family and St. Columba Church—two sacred homes, one Catholic community, and one shared future.
One Parish. One Future.
Caring for the places where our faith takes root
Holy Family and St. Columba are more than buildings. They are where children are baptized, vows are exchanged, loved ones are commended to God, and generations have learned that faith is not simply inherited—it is renewed.
“Now these sacred homes need us. Windows fail, steps wear, water finds its way in, pavement breaks, and essential systems reach the end of their useful lives. The work is practical, but our purpose is spiritual: to leave both worship sites safer, stronger, and ready to welcome those who will come after us.”
I ask every household to pray, to consider what sacrifice is possible, and to join this shared work with a generous heart.
— Fr. Michael, Pastor
What Your Gift Will Help Accomplish
Renewing both of our sacred homes
Work will be prioritized according to safety, urgency, available funds, and changing construction costs.
Holy Family Church • Hebron
The work at Holy Family addresses safety, weather protection, security, and the long-term care of the church and surrounding property.
- Install new hardware for all doors
- Rebuild sacristy and side doors
- Repair or replace deteriorated windows and add a front-corner gutter
- Replace the torn exterior awning
- Replace the 275-gallon oil tank
- Replace the small garage roof
- Repair or replace front entry tile and exterior stair surfaces
- Improve parking-lot and sacristy-side drainage
- Upgrade surveillance and church lighting
St. Columba Church • Columbia
The work at St. Columba focuses on safe access, drainage, essential mechanical systems, and the dignity of the worship space.
- Level uneven cement walkway and stair areas
- Remove underground oil tanks and install an above-ground tank
- Reconstruct the deteriorated parking lot and parking areas
- Replace worn and torn church and altar carpeting
- Correct yard, hillside, and church-side drainage
- Improve rectory lighting
- Upgrade security and Wi-Fi infrastructure
- Install a water-filtration system
Our Shared Mission
What We Preserve
A merger can begin on paper. A parish becomes one in the heart.
At Holy Family and St. Columba, our histories remain distinct, but our responsibility is shared. The roof that shelters one congregation, the steps that carry another safely to Mass, the windows, parking areas, lighting, and sacred spaces—all now belong to one family of faith.
Every repair at either site is an investment in The Catholic Community of the Good Shepherd. Every gift is a promise that both churches will remain places of welcome, prayer, and sacramental life.
Your Gift Can Have Twice the Impact
The first $100,000 in paid gifts and pledge payments is eligible for a dollar-for-dollar match.
Matching is subject to the terms and availability of the matching commitment.Join Our One Sacred Mission
Make your campaign gift
Every gift—made now or pledged over time—will help renew both worship sites and strengthen the parish we share.
- Make a one-time gift
- Make an initial payment toward a pledge
- Schedule recurring pledge payments
- Use the payment method that works best for your household
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A Gift of Faith and Stewardship
Other Ways to Give
Cash or Check
Make a one-time gift or fulfill a pledge through monthly, quarterly, semiannual, or annual payments. Make checks payable to The Catholic Community of the Good Shepherd and note “Capital Campaign.”
Appreciated Securities
A direct gift of publicly traded stock held more than one year may offer tax advantages depending on your circumstances. Please contact the parish before initiating a transfer.
Qualified Charitable Distributions
If you are age 70½ or older, you may be able to support the campaign through a Qualified Charitable Distribution made directly from your IRA.
Matching Gifts & Other Assets
Employer matching gifts, donor-advised fund grants, and other non-cash gifts may also be possible. Contact the parish before initiating a transfer.
Parish Office: 860-228-3727, ext. 105
Mailing address: P.O. Box 146, Columbia, CT 06237
Tax rules depend on individual circumstances and change over time. Please consult your tax, legal, or financial advisor. No goods or services will be provided in exchange for a campaign contribution.
A Promise to the Next Generation
The buildings we inherited were cared for by generations before us. Now it is our turn.
Through One Sacred Mission, we have an opportunity to protect two places that mean so much to our parish and pass them forward—safer, stronger, and ready for the generations who will worship, celebrate, mourn, learn, and encounter Christ here.
Why give?
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Your donation helps create real, measurable change in the lives of those we serve.
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Your contribution helps build long-term solutions, not just quick fixes.
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Support local, hands-on efforts that make a difference where it matters most.
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Your generosity can motivate friends, family, and colleagues to do the same.
What People Are Saying
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— Former Customer
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