2010 • Charity Appeal Supporting the work of the Church feed the hungry give drink to the thirsty clothe the naked visit the imprisoned shelter the homeless visit the sick bury the dead admonish the sinner instruct the uninformed counsel the doubtful comfort the sorrowful bear wrongs patiently forgive injuries pray for the living and the dead

Works of mercy need a hand. The User-Friendly Financial Report Project Year of evangelization Fiscal Year 2009-2008 + DioCese of ProviDenCe www.ProvidenceDiocese.org

Gabriel Project Satellite locations: “Rejoice, Fear not!”

Catholic Charities/ The words of encouragement and hope the Gabriel delivered to Mary in announcement of her unexpected Social Ministry pregnancy. This same message of hope and encouragement is delivered today to women in a crisis and unplanned pregnancy by the diocesan office of Life and Family Ministry. Roman Catholic Office of Life and Family Ministry 184 Broad Street Providence, RI Gabriel History Tele: (401) 421-7833 x 118 Diocese of Providence Introduced in the 1990’s, and renewed in 2006 under the auspices of Project Hope/Projecto Esperanza the Office of Life and Family Ministry that same year, the Gabriel Project 474 Broadway conducts training and informational workshops for volunteers in support Pawtucket RI of pregnant women. Funded by the Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, this Dear Brothers and Sisters of the Diocese of Providence: Tele: (401) 728-0515 ministry is helping Moms to be and protecting the lives of the unborn. Gabriel Project Project Gabriel works one on one with pregnant women to assess and The independent financial auditors have recently Diocesan Social Ministry Outreach Office provide for her and her child’s needs though a support network of trained completed their review of our financial reports, and I volunteers and diocesan staff. St. Charles Borromeo Church take this opportunity to provide you with information 190 No. Main Street concerning the financial activities of the Diocese of Woonsocket, RI During pregnancy and after birth, Project Gabriel provides for women’s Tele: (401) 762-2849 needs during their unique challenges and struggles. Providence for the past fiscal year. This is an account of the period from July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009. The Other Diocesan document prefaced by this letter has been prepared to Social Ministry Outreach be a “user-friendly” summary of the two main areas of Offices that provide limited “While there have Gabriel assistance and Ministry Impact activity that affect a great deal of the ministry and administrative work of the acts as a conduit been challenges along to the Gabriel Project: In 2007 a pregnant, desperate and alone woman, contacted the diocese seeking diocese. As such, it is a simplified report that focuses on the public activities that are supported by our assistance. Needing someone to listen to her struggle, through the Gabriel Project, the way there have General Fund revenues or by the annual Catholic Charity Fund Appeal. St. the methadone addict would soon realize that her baby would force her to change her 114 High Street ways and eventually, save her life. Thanks to Gabriel, Mom, Dad and baby are doing also been some bright Wakefield, RI fine. spots. The success The news this year is mixed. The two funds addressed in this combined document report nearly (401) 783-3149 break-even results for the year. But these results were achieved only by a directed spending reduction Another client was referred to Gabriel having been diagnosed with cancer shortly of the 2009 Catholic by diocesan Secretariats. A more complete and detailed financial report is available on the diocesan West Warwick Outreach Office after giving birth. The Gabriel ministry provided babysitting service while Mom 145 Washington Street received chemotherapy. Charity Fund in website www.dioceseofprovidence.org. A further examination of the full on-line report will show that West Warwick, RI achieving its goal has our overall investments suffered in the recent poor economic climate. Like most of you, we experienced (401) 823-6211 been edifying.” both rising expenses in some areas and, also, a drop in the value of our stock portfolio during Fiscal Year based satellites: 2009. These are areas of present concern and will need to be closely monitored for the future.

St. Francis of Assisi Church 596 Jefferson Blvd. The Volunteer Program: Gabriel While there have been challenges along the way there have also been some bright spots. The success Warwick, RI Gabriel Angel volunteers offer assistance by mentoring, babysitting, praying or simply offering a friendly shoulder. of the 2009 Catholic Charity Fund in achieving its goal has been edifying. I believe that this success is Tele: (401) 737-5191 They also offer parenting skills often needed by those who turn to this critical ministry. Thanks to parish and Catholic a testimony to the hard work of both priests and laity in our diocese. We know that the mission and school support through collections, baby showers and diaper drives, the ministry is able to respond to those in need. Church work of the Church continues in good times and in bad. This vision has defined our past achievements 195 Walcott Street and will be a part of our future. Finally, I am pleased by the continued success of the “Keep the Heat Pawtucket, RI The Gabriel Project provides ’s love, warmth and support to women and families struggling with pregnancy. Tele: (401) 724-9190 On” campaign that has raised $280,837 in the past year to assist so many of our neighbors in need. For more information about the Gabriel Project, how you can become a volunteer or how you can help, call the bi- St. Mary of the Bay lingual staff of the Office of Life and Family Ministry at 421-7833 x 118 or email: [email protected]. 645 Main Street Thank you for your continued and generous support during this time. May God bless and guide you Warren, RI and your families with material and spiritual gifts! (401) 245-7000 x 117 Sincerely yours,

Year for Priests

Thomas J. Tobin Bishop of Providence GENERAL FUND CATHOLIC CHARITY FUND Since 1925 the Diocese of Providence, through the annual Catholic Charity Fund Appeal, has generated resources ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES June 30, June 30, June 30, June 30, to support the social, spiritual and educational needs of 2009 2008 2009 2008 thousands of our neighbors who turn to the Church in need. AND PROGRAMS Revenues Revenues Parish Assessment (net) $ 2,789,421 $ 2,769,579 Catholic Charity Fund Appeal $ 7,830,128 $ 7,724,937 Through more than 39 agencies and programs, the Diocese Investment Income 15,787 64,018 Uncollectible Pledges (486,871) (371,751) serves over 200,000 Rhode Islanders every year. The Diocese Parishes, schools and agencies throughout the diocese Gifts and Bequests 3,310 9,185 Investment Income 10,706 27,423 benefit from the expertise and services provided by the Transfer from other Funds 908,536 830,184 Trust Income 159,508 165,408 of Providence is the second largest provider of human services Administrative Overhead Charges 787,267 761,963 Human Development Diocesan Share 22,576 26,026 in Rhode Island, topped only by state government itself. administrative offices and programs of the diocese. Total $ 4,504,321 $ 4,434,929 Transfer from Other Funds 304,000 -- Unrestricted Distribution from Catholic Foundation -- 10,254 The following is a summary and detailed list of the Total $ 7,840,047 $ 7,582,297 Expenditures Funds raised in the Catholic Charity Fund Appeal are used secretariats and the individual offices and programs Diocesan Administration $ 2,787,290 $ 2,755,447 Ministerial Services 304,164 230,277 Expenditures solely in support of the agencies and programs designated which comprise each secretariat. Catholic Education, Spiritual Formation & Evangelization 77,731 80,588 Ministerial Services $ 659,714 $ 625,413 Planning & Financial Services 989,574 927,164 Catholic Education, Spiritual Formation & Evangelization 2,911,586 2,779,637 to receive this support. This 84-year commitment to the National Grants 165,881 186,990 Community & Pastoral Services 2,421,382 2,311,660 integrity and trust of every donor’s gift is a legacy we can all Planning & Financial Services 994,218 872,463 Diocesan Grants 142,250 151,600 Diocesan Grants 470,760 449,266 be proud of and a commitment for the future. The following is Total $ 4,466,890 $ 4,332,066 Parish Grants -- 23,308 a summary and detailed list of the agencies for the year ended Net Operating Surplus 37,431 102,863 Parish Share Support 264,350 222,383 Total $ 7,722,010 $ 7,284,130 Less: Capital Items: June 30, 2009 and 2008.

Capital & Property Management (44,699) (79,349) Net Operating Surplus (Loss) 118,037 298,167 Net Affect Capitalization/ Depreciation/Restricted Assets Less: Capital Needs: Released 68,091 (227,501) Capital and Property Management (124,219) (124,593)

Net Result – Surplus $ 60,823 $ (203,987) Net Affect Capitalization/Depreciation/Miscellaneous (29,208) (31,115) Net Result – Surplus (Loss) $ (35,390) $ 142,459 June 30, June 30, 2009 2008 June 30, June 30, Detail of Subsidized Support Expenditures by Areas of Governance 2009 2008 Diocesan Administration Detail of Subsidized Support Expenditures by Areas of Governance Bishop’s Office $ 212,227 $ 223,055 Bishop’s Residence 76,436 77,298 Ministerial Services Cathedral Residence 139,914 146,980 Priest Immigration Ministries $ 131,374 $ 210,708 Moderator of the Curia 100,260 99,165 Ongoing Formation of Priests 17,488 17,186 Chancellor’s Office 212,610 206,848 Office of Permanent Diaconate 62,693 66,581 Tribunal 277,017 275,104 Permanent Diaconate Formation 111,122 -- Cathedral Church Building Complex 181,381 189,605 Office of Religious 64,937 61,765 Communications and Telecommunications 324,929 313,664 Office of Vocations 117,100 114,173 RI Catholic 560,000 561,350 Major Seminarian Ed Program 105,000 105,000 Cathedral Special Liturgies 110,333 94,536 Seminary of Our Lady of Providence 50,000 50,000 Diocesan Government Liaison 36,058 28,326 Total $ 659,714 $ 625,413 Bishop Boland’s Office 19,100 19,100 Diocesan Administration Bishop Mulvee’s Office 29,801 28,559 Catholic Education, Spiritual Formation & Evangelization $2,787,290 Bishop’s Administrative Secretary 78,018 75,104 Apostolate for the Handicapped - SPRED $ 71,563 $ 69,915 Vice Chancellor 42,598 29,128 Diocesan Apostolate for the Handicapped 51,851 51,066 Office of Outreach & Prevention 73,660 92,593 Diocesan Apostolate – Deaf 43,267 36,797 Secretariat Office For Catholic Education 250,489 249,276 Ministerial Services Office of Education & Compliance 250,872 218,381 Office of Religious Education 242,552 220,708 Ministerial Services $304,164 Office of Human Formation 30,000 38,300 Office 674,065 657,203 Other Administration Offices (under $15,000) 32,076 38,351 Ministry to Black Catholics 64,030 19,386 $659,714 Total $2,787,290 $2,755,447 Campus Ministry (Note #1) 339,622 315,965 Catholic Education, Spiritual Formation & All Saints Academy 72,028 72,028 Evangelization $77,731 Ministerial Services Bread of Life Catholic Consortium 239,372 240,000 Catholic Education, Spiritual Formation & Priests’ Graduate and Sabbatical Studies $ 104,803 $ 30,000 High School Tuition Assistance Grants 283,000 284,600 Evangelization $2,911,586 St. John Vianney Residence 33,144 42,000 Youth Ministry Centers (Note #2) 307,722 296,722 Planning & Financial Services Regina Cleri Residence 30,600 46,089 Office of Youth Ministry 222,300 218,300 $989,574 Seminary of Our Lady of Providence 86,019 74,550 Fr. Marot CYO Center Grant 30,500 30,500 Community & Pastoral Services Major Seminarian Education Program 39,347 31,500 Marriage Prep. & Enrichment 19,225 17,171 $2,421,382 Other Ministerial Services (under $15,000) 10,251 6,138 Total $ 2,911,586 $ 2,779,637 National/Regional Grants Total $ 304,164 $ 230,277 $165,881 Community & Pastoral Services Planning & Financial Services Catholic Education, Spiritual Formation & Evangelization Office of Health Care Ministries $ 224,229 $ 212,920 $994,218 Office for Worship $ 77,731 $ 80,588 Community Services & Advocacy Programs 839,588 769,993 Diocesan Grants Total $ 77,731 $ 80,588 St. Francis House 40,747 40,747 St. Antoine Residence - Grant 75,000 75,000 Diocesan Grants $142,250 Planning & Financial Services Human Development Grants 22,576 26,026 Vicar for Planning & Financial Services $ 217,861 $ 213,901 Emergency Food & Shelter Grant 6,947 6,947 $470,760 Property Management and GF Capital Fiscal Office 65,208 13,171 St. Martin De Porres Center 197,459 194,639 Diocesan Office Building (30,061) 44,213 Secretariat Office for Social Ministry 285,875 278,920 Property Management & CCF Capital $44,699 Diocesan Facilities Department 161,845 140,255 Hispanic Ministry 124,526 121,011 Stewardship Office 30,000 30,000 Hispanic Parish Support 100,750 99,600 $124,219 MIS Computer Services/Maintenance 47,224 -- Project Hope/Proyecto Esperanza 152,586 137,508 Life and Family Ministry 301,099 298,349 Office of Management Information Systems 285,761 282,460 Parish Share Support Office of Pastoral Planning 54,270 50,726 St. Clare’s Home - Grant 50,000 50,000 Human Resource Office 157,466 152,438 Total $ 2,421,382 $ 2,311,660 $264,350 Total $ 989,574 $ 927,164 Planning & Financial Services Grants - National & Regional $ 165,881 $ 186,990 CCF Marketing Program $ 112,000 $ 112,000 Stewardship & Development 882,218 760,463 Grants - Diocesan Total $ 994,218 $ 872,463 Bishop’s Contributions $ 17,250 $ 36,600 Our Lady Queen of Clergy - Priests’ Retirement (GF) 80,000 80,000 Grants - Diocesan Other Grants 45,000 35,000 Non-CCF Agency Grants $ 170,760 $ 149,266 Note #1 – Includes, RI College, Brown-RISD, Bryant University, Total $ 142,250 $ 151,600 Our Lady Queen of Clergy – Priests’ Retirement (CCF) 300,000 300,000 Roger Williams University, Campus Ministry Agency, Total $ 470,760 $ 449,266 URI and Johnson and Wales University.

Total General Fund – Operational $4,466,890 $4,332,066 Parish Grants $ -- $ 23,308 Note #2 – Includes, St. John Bosco Chapel, Capital and Property Management Parish Share Support $ 264,350 $ 222,383 Rejoice in Hope Youth Center, Emmaus Youth Center and Diocesan Office Building $ 43,675 $ 73,080 Mother of Hope Camp (Mater Spei). Various Other Properties 1,024 6,269 Total Catholic Charity – Operational $ 7,722,010 $ 7,284,130 Total Capital and Property Management $ 44,699 $ 79,349 Capital and Property Management $ 124,219 $ 124,593