2019 Year end Report
“With the Eucharist at the centre, we are a community desiring to be saints, sent out to love like Jesus and proclaim Him in every circumstance”
Message from the Pastor
It is with gratitude that we present you with the financial statement and report for 2019. Thank you so much for your generosity! This has enabled us to live out our parish vision!
In an effort to be better stewards of God’s resources which come mainly from you, and in an effort to be more transparent and accountable, we have made this booklet to share God’s accomplishments and outline our journey ahead.
Please enjoy the statistics and stories of people whose lives have been changed by Jesus in our parish family, and which shows how fruitful your giving has been.
This year, I pray that we keep growing by intentionally supporting our youth and on building up our parish community. To do this, I’d like to ask you to seriously consider and pray about giving sacrificially or increasing your generosity in the coming year. Your assistance in these areas will help us advance our vision and better serve the spiritual needs of all.
Lastly, I’d like to thank our Finance Council: our chairman Bruce Goh, Anthony Lo, and John Ward, for their stewardship and management of our finances!
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Fr. Justin Huang, Pastor
SUPPORT OUR PARISH MISSION
We are a parish on a mission! Part of our mission is to help people make sense of the eternal plan of what God is doing in their lives. Your willingness to give sacrificially furthers our mission.
WAYS TO SHARE YOUR TREASURE
We would like to highlight that online giving is now available on our website and offers parishioners the opportunity to give without having to use cash or envelopes.
1. Online Giving
i. Go to https://stanthonyvan.com/giving ii. Fill out the form and submit
2. PAD (Pre-Authorized Debit) *New
i. Go to https://stanthonyvan.com/pad
ii. Fill out the form and submit
3. Mail
i. Send us a cheque payable to St. Anthony of Padua Parish
ii. Our mailing address is: 1345 West 73rd Ave. Vancouver, BC V6P 3E9
4. Drop off at the Parish
i. Drop-off your donation at the parish office during our regular hours of operation from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
ii. Outside of office hours, donations and envelopes can be dropped off in the parish mail slot at 8891 Montcalm St.
REGULAR GIVING
The chart below may assist you, along with your prayerful consideration, as to the amount of your regular Sunday offering:
INCOME VS PROPORTIONAL GIVING
Suggested Weekly Gift to Parish (rounded to the nearest $ amount)
“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.”Mother Theresa
DID YOU KNOW?
» 98 guests attended the 2019 spring session of Alpha.
» 302 guests have attended Alpha sessions since its inception in 2016.
» 1,018 - average weekly mass attendance (down slightly from 1,068 in prior year).
» 17th round of Faith Studies currently hosted at St. Anthony’s.
» 547 participants completed Discovery, 114 participants completed all five levels of Faith Studies, highest of any parish in the Archdiocese.
» 50 - attendees at the 2020 Marian Consecration.
» 307 registered for a weekly commitment to the Adoration Chapel.
» We spend on average $20k per annum on Altar & Sanctuary supplies.
» We are the only outward tithing parish in the Archdiocese.
» 62 – new parish members in 2019.
SENT OUT TO LOVE LIKE JESUS...
Faith StudieSAs a young kid I grew up voluntarily in a Christian community. Reading and studying the Bible and going to Church groups & camps. Growing into my teens I drifted away from God.
It has only been recently that I decided to fully give my heart and life back to him and I couldn’t feel more fulfilled. The First chapter of Faith Studies helped me tremendously by opening my heart, and understanding why Jesus sacrificed for us.
I can say frankly, it’s made me truly realize how important it is to have God a part of our everyday lives. It has immediately helped me indirectly deal with issues and difficulties in my life. I’m looking forward to the Second Chapter of Faith Studies of St. Anthony of Padua.
- SEAN KINGSLEY
2. Support more leaders in growing their theological knowledge.
3. Improve our building further to support hospitality – replacing our leaking awning, creating a family room for your children, etc.
4. Provide Alpha year round.
income encompasses donations collected on Sundays, including those for Easter, as well as donations collected on New Year’s Day and Christmas.
Our total assessment payment in 2019 was $65,536.
I’ve just completed the third level of Faith Studies. As I have little knowledge of the biblical history and do not have a regular practice of reading the bible, the lessons provided me a better foundation. I experience growth through reading of scriptures, learning new skills to better communicate with God, and sharing experience from group members. In all, it has strengthened my faith and also fostered a friendly and trusting relationship with other group members. I look forward to our next Level of Faith Studies in February.
ConSeCration to Mary through the MySterieS oF the roSary
The five week program is centered on the Mysteries of the Rosary. Each day the scripture reading is guided by Father Broom with tips to meditations, reflections and prayers. There is also a weekly video followed by group discussions. I found the program to be a personal journey that helped to redefine my understanding and relationship with Mary and Jesus. The program required a commitment of personal time and effort. Throughout the forty days, these factors had a significant role as my commitment increased I am rewarded with a more fulfilling experience.
Cheers!
- CATHY
for life and promote religious
Total net parish Centre funds raised as of Dec 31, 2019 - $3,900,000
Finance Committee
The purpose of St. Anthony’s Finance Committee is to assist the pastor in the administration of the business and financial affairs of the parish. The Finance Committee is responsible to the pastor and meets once a quarter.
Committee members:
Fr. Justin Huang, Bruce Goh, Anthony Lo, John Ward.
For a detailed copy of St. Anthony’s Parish financials please contact the Parish office. For any questions feel free to contact Bruce Goh