Everyone leaves a legacy.

Dear John,

Everyone leaves a legacy, whether they plan to or not.

Everything we say or do leaves an imprint of our lives on those around us. I smile as I recall lovingly my deceased father, who instilled in me many qualities but most importantly a sense of awe and devotion to our Church and a desire to grow in my faith. I continue to feel his guidance.

St. Anthony Messenger’s Franciscan Editor, Father Pat McCloskey, OFM, has been a friar for 53 years and is celebrating 50 years of ministry at Franciscan Media. He feels that part of his legacy is to accompany people as they mature in their faith and life journeys. No person is born with all the answers. Through his generous sacrifice, Father Pat accompanies readers, using his gifts of writing and preaching, bringing people to a fuller and richer adult faith. He quotes St. Paul:

“Now as you excel in every respect, in faith, discourse, knowledge, all earnestness, and in the love we have for you, may you excel in this gracious act also.” —2 Corinthians 8:7

Your lives are touched thanks to the work and legacy of talented writers such as Father Pat, artists, and designers. Your lives are changed through the inspiring works published by Franciscan Media. Our legacy is leaving an imprint on you and those around you.

As we remember the holy men and women who came before us and celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints and the Commemoration of All Souls, today is the perfect day to offer a gift in memory of someone whose legacy impacted your life and create a legacy for the next generation.

Your generous donation today to Franciscan Media will help share the Word of God to people who need a message of hope and consolation. Your gift today will unite your legacy with the legacy of the Franciscans.

As long as there is breath in our bodies, there is an opportunity to leave a rich legacy of hope. Please give now.

Gratefully Yours,

Christopher Meyer
Director of Development