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Stewardship of Finance

Our commitment of our pledge of money is an acknowledgment that all we have is a gift from God, and we are choosing to honor God by returning to God a portion of what we have received for the work of Jesus Christ through our parish community.

Gifts for the general funds of St. Val's or St. Mary's enable our parishes to fulfill their mission.  Regular offerings through the financial stewardship program support the operating budget, which is made up of annual expenses that support the many ministries of the parish. Gifts for the general fund can help the parish enhance and expand our works.

Building Fund

Our parishes are blessed with beautiful churches and grounds. To keep the churches looking their best requires ongoing attention to capital needs. Donations to the Building Fund allow us to maintain these facilities.  Your generous support is appreciated.

School Scholarship Endowment


St. Valentine Parish has a long history of commitment to Catholic Education. The Peru Catholic School System provides a quality educational program, fostering academic excellence and instilling Christian values.  The St. Valentine Scholarship Endowment helps to provide financial aid to students with demonstrated financial need who would otherwise be unable to attend our school. For information on how you can support the School Scholarship Endowment, please contact the Pastor at 815-223-0315.

Weekly Envelopes


All registered parishioners are provided with weekly envelopes.  The Offering Envelope Program is a great way to make your regular intentioned commitment to our parishes. To register to receive Offering Envelopes please contact the Pastor  at 815-223-0315.

Memorials


A wonderful way to remember a loved one or special friend is by making a memorial or tribute gift. Gifts may be made in any amount to remember a deceased loved one.

Planned Gifts


As Christians we know that our life does not end here on earth. Nor do the things we care about and support while we are here end when we are gone. Making a planned gift such as designating St. Valentine Church,or St. Valentine Cemetery, or St. Mary Church in your will or trust will ensure that the ministries and programs you care about deeply will be sustained well beyond your lifetime.

For basic information on planned giving you may contact the Pastor. For more specific information on Wills, Insurance Policies, charitable remainder trust or charitable gift annuities, please contact your legal and/or financial advisor.

Thank you for your support of St. Valentine and St. Mary's.
For information about any of these topics, please contact the Pastor at 815-223-0315

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