Follow Me Passing our living faith to furture generations By Bishop Terry R. LaValley

November 13, 2024

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ:

It was almost ten years ago the Diocese of Ogdensburg established our Diocesan Priorities of Creating a Culture of Vocations, Strengthening Faith Formation in Family Live and Building Parishes with Living Stones. Today, we continue our focus on these priorities and vision with the mindset of passing on our living faith to future generations, building vibrant Parishes and Catholic communities, and strengthening our relationship with Christ.
As a family of faith, the people of the Diocese of Ogdensburg generously support one another from one generation to the next. God calls us to protect and promote the dignity of human life, to defend those who are poor, to strengthen the Church and seek the common good.

In 2007, in order to “Build a Bridge to the Future” and continue a strong sense of commitment to our Catholic faith, the Foundation was established with the purpose of preparing the Diocese to meet the needs of tomorrow, connecting the strong faith of today with generations that will follow us.

Since its establishment, fifty-six (56) endowments have been created in the Foundation. These are listed in this 2023-2024 Annual Report as well as the names of the beneficiaries. Parishioners, families, and organizations continue to make planned gifts to the Foundation as a means of support for our parishes, Catholic schools, and other ministries of the Diocese of Ogdensburg. Please take a moment to review the report and learn more about the Foundation’s mission and how it functions.

I am extremely grateful to all who have had the foresight in establishing and contributing generously to the Foundation. These gifts are an ongoing source of revenue for future works of the Church. If you have not already, I encourage you to consider developing an estate plan for the benefit of your loved ones. The Foundation is also a valuable means for you to begin to leave a legacy for the next generations.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Mr. Scott Lalone, Executive Director of the Development Office, our current and past Board of Directors of the Foundation, for their wise stewardship in overseeing the investments and dividends of its funds.

Wishing God’s blessing to you and your loved ones, I am

Gratefully yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Terry R. LaValley
Bishop of Ogdensburg