California Wildfire Relief Collection, February 15-16

The enormity of the tragedy that has unfolded in Southern California as a result of wildfires is heartbreaking. The wildfires have killed 28 people with the expectation that number could increase. More than 15,400 structures have been destroyed. 40,000 acres have been impacted. There have been many people injured, homes and businesses destroyed, and entire neighborhoods wiped out. Thousands of brave firefighters and other first responders have been working around the clock to contain and put out the fires. 

Recognizing the immediate and growing needs, Catholic Charities USA is seeking assistance for relief efforts in response to the wildfires. In the spirit of solidarity, Archbishop Henning is asking pastors to consider a special collection to support Catholic Charities relief efforts. At Sacred Heart and Our Lady’s, we will hold our collection on February 15 & 16; there will be baskets at the doors of the churches. 

To process this collection, please address your checks to “Sacred Heart” or “Our Lady’s” with “LA Wildfires Relief” in the memo. We will then forward your contributions to the Archdiocese for processing and sending to Catholic Charities USA. 

On behalf of the Archbishop, thank you for your attentiveness to this important collection and for your expression of our solidarity with those who are suffering. We are confident our brothers and sisters in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles will welcome our support.