Dear Bishop’s Circle Member,
As we begin 2026, we are filled with gratitude and joy as we celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Diocese of Greensburg. In 1951, Pope Pius XII canonically erected our beautiful four-county Diocese, marking the beginning of a rich legacy of faith. From those earliest days, our first bishop, The Most Reverend Hugh L. Lamb, set us firmly on a path of faith, service, and mission. Through the prayerful leadership and dedicated service of his successors, that same commitment has been faithfully carried forward for seven and a half decades. I am grateful to serve within this living tradition and to build upon the work entrusted to us.
Our rich history, rooted in Christ and sustained by the faithful generosity and the sacrifices of those who came before us, lives on today through our prayer, our participation in the sacraments, our Catholic schools and ministries, and countless acts of charity. Because of the diligence and sacrifice of our forefathers, we stand upon a strong foundation and look forward with hope as we continue to grow and strengthen the Church for generations to come. All of this is made possible by our devoted clergy, consecrated religious, and laity who believe in the Church’s mission and have invested in it through prayer, generous service, and sacrificial giving. Anchored in Christ, the cornerstone of our Diocese, we continue to build upon that foundation, and I am grateful and humbled by your witness and support. Our beloved Diocese is made up of 78 unique parishes, each one a spiritual gift where we live as disciples in vibrant communities and hand on the faith to future generations. In this Diamond Anniversary, we have the opportunity to make choices that will shape the future of our parishes, form future priests and deacons, educate our young people, and strengthen our service to those in need.
This is why your support of the 2026 Diocesan Lenten Appeal, 75 years: Our Foundation, Our Future, is so vital.
Your gift is an act of faith and stewardship, expressing your commitment to the Church’s mission and future. I am gratified to share that last year, more than half of the funds raised in the Diocesan Lenten Appeal were returned directly to our parishes to address their most pressing needs, helping us honor the past while preparing for the future God calls us to build.
I invite you to prayerfully consider how you can take part in this historic moment for the Diocese of Greensburg. Together, united in faith and purpose, we can strengthen the foundation entrusted to us and secure a vibrant future for the Church we love.
Thank you for your faith, your generosity, and your continued commitment to Christ and His Church. Please be assured of my continued prayers for you and your family. May God bless you abundantly.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
The Most Reverend Larry J. Kulick, J.C.L.
Bishop of Greensburg
Join or renew your membership in The Bishop’s Circle
The Diocese of Greensburg is grateful for all the benefactors who participate in every level of giving in The Bishop’s Circle. You are supporting the mission of the Church and our Diocese. Thank you!
What is required to become an annual member?
The Bishop’s Circle members make a minimum annual contribution of $1,200 to the Diocese of Greensburg or The Catholic Foundation, including the Diocesan Lenten Appeal, the Seminarian and Clergy Formation Collection, Catholic Charities, Catholic schools or the Diocesan Heritage Center, renewable at the start of each calendar year.
How are the funds used?
Annual contributions to The Bishop’s Circle support diocesanwide missions and ministries. Gifts made to specific appeals will be used in accordance with the stated purpose of those appeals. Outright gifts may be unrestricted or made for a particular purpose. Gifts to a specific Diocesan Endowment can also be made with the assistance of our Foundation office.
Gifts can be made in payments annually, semiannually, quarterly or monthly. Pledge reminders may be sent so that gifts can be paid in full by the end of the calendar year.
What are the benefits of annual membership?
All Bishop’s Circle members will receive priority communication regarding Diocesan events and spiritual gatherings, advanced information about Diocesan pilgrimages and a special invitation to the annual donor appreciation event at Christ Our Shepherd Center.
Why is Amethyst the highest level of giving?
Amethyst is the highest level of giving as a symbol of sacrifice. Amethyst is a semi-precious stone, which means it is not nearly as valuable as diamonds, gold, silver and bronze. But in the Church’s tradition, it is considered to be the Bishop’s stone, often appearing in an ordinary’s ring or pectoral cross. It is a reminder that in service to the Church, we turn something that is seemingly less valuable into the most precious of all.
Amethyst level donors will receive an invitation to dinner at the Bishop’s residence.
