(excerpt) …I am writing on behalf of the Holy Father to
thank you for the offering of $4,100 forwarded …as Peter’s Pence from Saint
Joseph Parish.
His Holiness very much
appreciates this charitable donation and the sacrifices which it entailed. Your gift not only assists him in his universal
pastoral ministry but also witnesses your communion in faith and love with the
Successor of Peter.
As a pledge of joy and peace in our Lord Jesus Christ, the
Holy Father cordially imparts his Apostolic Blessing to all the faithful of the
Parish. (emphasis added)
Tarcisio Bertone, S.D.B.
Cardinal Secretary of State, Vatican, Rome
