Beyond All Expectations: Faith that Elevates!
Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal
The Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA) is our annual fundraising campaign that supports the ministries, agencies, programs and schools that serve the spiritual, physical and educational needs of the people of the Diocese of Joliet.
Our donors help ensure the works of the Lord can continue to be made possible throughout our diocese. It’s through gifts to the CMAA that our diocesan-wide ministries help feed and shelter the homeless, educate seminarians, teach our faith to children and adults through catholic schools and religious education programs, and more.
Every gift—large and small—is appreciated and will help us to meet our goal. We encourage you to watch our testimonials and witness how your gifts will bless our ministries. Thank you to the many people who have demonstrated to those in need that we all belong to God through their gifts to the 2026 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA).
A Reflection from Bishop Hicks
We’re all familiar with the phrase, “Going above and beyond,” in reference to our careers and our daily lives, but not as often in terms of our faith. Our 2026 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal (CMAA) challenges us to bring this concept to life in harmony with this year’s theme—Beyond All Expectations: Faith that Elevates.
The CMAA is our invitation to rise to the occasion by putting our faith into action on behalf of those who rely on the important services our ministries provide. By making a gift, you are accepting Christ’s invitation to serve others with a resounding “Yes!”
Your sacrifice touches many lives across our Diocese each day in profound ways. You hold the door open for those searching for a deeper sense of belonging through our ministries. You pass the baton of our Catholic faith onto the next generation through programs that enrich their beliefs and foster fellowship. You lay the foundation that preserves the legacy of our Church through the education and formation of our seminarians. These are just some of the ways in which your support is transformed into acts of love and service.
My hope is you will prayerfully consider making a gift to this year’s 2026 Catholic Ministries Annual Appeal. I humbly invite you—and encourage you—to go beyond all expectations with faith that elevates in support of the CMAA. Your kindness and generosity are greatly appreciated!
With best wishes, I ask God to bless you always.
As I remain—
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks
Bishop of the Diocese of Joliet and Archbishop designate of the Archdiocese of New York
