Giving Societies

“Everything is yours, Lord; do with it what you will. Give me only your love and grace. That is enough for me.” -St. Ignatius of Loyola

"Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible." -St. Francis of Assisi

"If you are what you should be, you will set the whole world ablaze." -St. Catherine of Siena

"Yesterday is gone, tomorrow has not yet come. We have only today. Let us begin." -Mother Teresa

"Each of you must give as you have made up your own mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." -2 Corinthians 9:7

"Once we come to realize how much God has given us, a life of self-sacrifice, of working for him and for others, becomes a privileged way of responding to his great love.” -Pope Francis

Members of the Heritage Society understand the importance of passing on the legacy of our Catholic faith to the next generation. By making plans for a bequest or other future gift to strengthen the ministries of the Diocese of the Cleveland, these dedicated Catholics inspire others to help build God’s kingdom on earth. We gratefully recognize and honor the individuals who have included their parish, or a Diocesan ministry, such Catholic Charities, Catholic Education or Priestly Formation in their estate plans.