As the death toll from the devastating wildfires on the island of Maui, Hawaii continues to climb, officials have confirmed this to be the deadliest disaster in the state’s history. We are joining together with all the Archdiocesan parishes and communities to offer prayer and financial support for all whose lives are being touched by this devastation.
In a telegram addressed to the Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, Pope Francis expressed his deep sadness at “the loss of life and the destruction caused by the wildfires” in Hawaii and assured those affected by the fires of his prayers.
In solidarity with our suffering sisters and brothers, Archbishop Gomez has asked all parishes to consider conducting a non-mandatory special collection during the weekends of August 19-20 and August 26-27, 2023.
All checks should be made payable to The Society for the Propagation of the Faith; denote MAUI WILDFIRES in the memo line. Donations may be mailed to:
The Society for the Propagation of the Faith
3424 Wilshire Boulevard, 3rd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90010
If you would like to make an online donation, you may do so by clicking here. Select “Society for the Propagation of the Faith” and specify MAUI WILDFIRES in the memo box. 100% of the collection will go towards those affected by this tragic natural disaster.
For questions, concerns, or further information, please contact the ADLA Mission Office at (213) 637-7223 or missionoffice@la-archdiocese.org.