My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Jesus said “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations” telling
His disciples to leave where they were, go find others, and invite them to follow Him.
We, too, can grow in our own discipleship in Christ by witnessing to Him through our acts of forgiveness and mercy, by demonstrating our love for Him through our actions towards our brothers and sisters, and by sharing the blessings and graces that God has given us. Our lives should be a living testimony to our Lord Jesus.
I ask you to join me in our journey of discipleship by making the decision to support our work, and the ministries of the Church by giving a generous gift to the 2024 Catholic Sharing Appeal. When you support the CSA, you are joining thousands of other faithful Catholics in our diocese in working together to make a difference in the lives of our brothers and sisters. With your intentional decision to contribute to our appeal, you witness to the Lord helping in the creation of pathways of love and compassion through the ministries and programs that bring the Good News of Christ to others, support our retired priests, seminarians, those struggling to put food on their tables, those in need of housing, and programs that promote the sanctity of life at all stages.
Together, we can be the example of Christ to those in the communities in which we live, work and serve. Your gift, no matter the size, can make a difference in someone's life.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Louis F. Kihneman, III
Bishop of Biloxi
Parochial Vicar at St. Thomas the Apostle in Long Beach
Diocese of Biloxi Vocations Director
"I have seen a large growth in those interested in vocations because of the parishoner
effort put forth with the "Called By Name" program."
Client of Catholic Charities of South Mississippi
"I sought help with Catholic Charities. They Provided diapers, wipes, clothes for the baby, and emergency
assistance with my energy bills, all of which allowed me to pay what I saved on my rent."
Evangelization Director at Holy Family Parish in Pass Christian
What Leadership Gift Society do you belong to?
The Leadership Gift Societies were created to both recognize and celebrate those individuals who sustain the ministries and programs of the Diocese of Biloxi through significant gifts to the Catholic Sharing Appeal.
This support provides for continual pastoral needs of families, children and countless others who seek our help and assistance.
These gifts, received with deepest gratitude, make a profound difference, and are gratefully recognized by Bishop Louis F. Kihneman.