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Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Impact Grows in Our Diocese CGS Grows Impact in Our Diocese: Pax Christi & Rebecca Gust June 2nd, 2026 See how Montessori‑based catechesis is renewing youth ministries across the Diocese of Winona‑Rochester through support of a Seeds of Faith Endowment grant. Priest Retirement: IRA vs Endowment How a Priest Can Protect Retirement Funds & Leave a Legacy How a Priest Can Protect Their Retirement Funds & Leave a Legacy May 26th, 2026 Learn why priests need personal retirement accounts & how Foundation‑held endowments help priests create lasting support for their favorite Catholic causes. Why Parishes Need a Long-Term Plan for Legacy Gifts Why Parishes Need a Long-Term Plan for Legacy Gifts May 11th, 2026 Many parishes rely on legacy gifts to get by. Learn why long‑term planning matters & practical advice for how to use estate gifts to build lasting stability. Beneficiary Fund vs Agency Fund: What’s the Difference & Which is the Right Fit for You? Beneficiary Funds vs. Agency Funds: Which Is Right for Your Parish? March 30th, 2026 Learn the differences between Foundation‑Owned Beneficiary Funds and Agency Funds to help your parish, school, or cemetery protect and grow its resources. Bequests Types, Language & How to Use the Foundation to Leave a Bequest to Your Beneficiary The Catholic Foundation of Southern Minnesota’s Bequest Language February 25th, 2026 Create a lasting Catholic legacy by making a bequest through the Catholic Foundation of Southern Minnesota and choosing the parish or ministry you wish to support. Why We Can't Wait Until Tomorrow to Talk about Planned Giving Why We Can’t Wait Until Tomorrow to Talk About Planned Giving February 12th, 2026 Learn why planned giving is essential for parish stability and practice tips for how priests can guide parishioners toward simple, meaningful legacy gifts. Sebastian Modarelli attends CMAA conference with Seeds of Faith grant to learn Gregorian Chant. Seeds of Faith Enables Gregorian Chant, Elevates Liturgy August 18th, 2025 Sebastian Modarelli uses Seeds of Faith- Faith Formation grant to attend Church Music Association of America to learn Gregorian Chant. Parish endowments What is a Parish Endowment & Why it Matters July 28th, 2025 Imagine a gift that gives in perpetuity! Learn more about what an endowment is & how it can help Catholic organizations sustain long term missions.