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{{Infobox organization
{{Infobox organization
|name = The Catholic Church<br>Extension Society
|name = Catholic Extension
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|formation = October 18, 1905 ({{Years ago|1905|10|18}} years ago)
|purpose = Support of Catholic missions in the United States
|purpose = Supports poor mission dioceses across the United States
|location = 150 South Wacker Dr, 20th fl<br>Chicago, IL 60606
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{{Infobox organization
|name = Catholic Missions In Canada
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|formation = {{Start date and years ago|1908|09|23|df=yes}}
|purpose = Support of Catholic missions in Canada
|location = 201-1155 Yonge St<br>Toronto, ON M4T 1W2
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|leader_title = President
|leader_name = Rev. Philip J. Kennedy
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|website = [http://www.cmic.info/ www.cmic.info]
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'''Catholic Extension''' (also known as the '''Catholic Church Extension Society''') is a national fundraising [[501(c)(3) organization]] which supports and strengthens poor mission dioceses across the [[United States]]. They provide funding and resources to dioceses and parishes through programs and services investing in people, infrastructure and ministries. This support is given based on need, passion and commitment to the growth of the [[Catholic Church|Catholic]] faith.
The '''Catholic Church Extension Society''' is a charitable organization affiliated with the [[Catholic Church|Roman Catholic Church]] that seeks to support the Church's activities in under-resourced and isolated communities in the United States. The society's Canadian counterpart is called '''Catholic Missions In Canada'''.


==History==
==History==
[[Francis Kelley]], a priest from [[Lapeer, Michigan]], first envisioned Catholic Extension in 1904. Through his travels, he discovered places and communities that were struggling to keep the Catholic faith alive and growing. The [[Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago|Archbishop of Chicago]], [[James Edward Quigley]], agreed to help Kelley launch this new organization. As a result, the Catholic Church Extension Society was organized on October 18, 1905.<ref name="cathen"/> Temporary headquarters were established in Lapeer, Michigan, where a charter was granted to the society by the state of [[Michigan]] on December 25, 1905.
===United States===
[[File:Catholic Extension Society's gospel car LCCN2014682038.jpg|Catholic Extension Society's gospel car, c. 1908|thumb|right]]
The first active agitation for a church extension or home mission society for the Catholic Church in North America was begun in 1904 by an article by [[Francis Kelley]] published in the ''American Ecclesiastical Review'' (Philadelphia). Under the leadership of [[James Edward Quigley]], [[Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago|Archbishop of Chicago]], a new society, called The Catholic Church Extension Society of the United States of America, was organized on 18 October 1905.


⚫
In January 1907, society headquarters were moved to [[Chicago]], and the president was transferred to that archdiocese. On June 7, 1907, Catholic Extension received its first papal approval by an apostolic letter of [[Pope Pius X]] addressed to the Archbishop of Chicago. Almost exactly three years later, on June 9, 1910, the Pope issued a brief by which the society was raised to the dignity of a canonical institution directly under his own guidance and protection. By the terms of this brief, the Archbishop of Chicago will always remain chancellor of the society, and the president must be appointed by the Pope himself. The president's term of office is not more than five years. The board of governors has the right to propose three names to the [[Holy See]] for this office, and to elect, according to their laws, all other officers of the society.<ref name="cathen">{{cite encyclopedia | first = Francis | last = Kelley |title = The Catholic Church Extension Society | encyclopedia =The Catholic Encyclopedia | volume =14 | publisher =Robert Appleton Company | year = 1912 | url =http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/14078a.htm | accessdate =17 September 2012}}</ref>
Temporary headquarters were established at [[Lapeer, Michigan]]. The second meeting was held in December of the same year, when the constitution was adopted and the work formally launched. A charter was granted on 25 December 1905, by the State of Michigan to the new society, whose objects were set forth as follows:


Mission dioceses generally are rural, cover a large geographic area, and have limited personnel and pastoral resources. Since 1905, the society has given more than $500 million to 94 mission dioceses across the country.<ref name=pro>[https://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/catholic-extension-makes-faith-local Pronechen, "Catholic Extension Makes Faith Local", ''National Catholic Register'', October 13, 2016]</ref> Extension has been active in Puerto Rico for over 100 years, funding about 1,400 building projects.<ref>[https://www.americamagazine.org/issue/catholic-extension-plans-aid-cuba-puerto-rico Sadowski, Dennis. "Catholic Extension to bring aid to Cuba for the first time", CNS, September 28, 2016]</ref>
<blockquote>To develop the missionary spirit in the clergy and people of the Catholic Church in the United States. To assist in the erection of parish buildings for poor and needy places. To support priests for neglected or poverty-stricken districts. To send the comfort of religion to pioneer localities. In a word, to preserve the faith of Jesus Christ to thousands of scattered Catholics in every portion of our own land, especially in the country districts and among immigrants.<ref name="cathen">{{cite encyclopedia | first = Francis | last = Kelley |title = The Catholic Church Extension Society | encyclopedia =The Catholic Encyclopedia | volume =14 | publisher =Robert Appleton Company | year = 1912 | url =http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/14078a.htm | accessdate =23 June 2010}}</ref></blockquote>


==Present day==
In January 1907, the headquarters of the society were moved to Chicago, and the president was transferred to that archdiocese. In April 1906, the society began the publication of a quarterly bulletin called ''Extension''. In May 1907, this quarterly was enlarged and changed into a monthly.
In 2012, Catholic Extension approved a $56,000 two year grant to the [[Roman Catholic Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA|Archdiocese for the Military Services]] to support a faith formation program for Catholics in the United States military.<ref>[https://www.milarch.org/ams-named-recipient-of-56000-grant-from-catholic-extension/ "AMS Named Recipient of $56,000 Grant from Catholic Extension", AMS, August 1, 2012]</ref> In 2018, Catholic Extension launched a Mission Immersion Program for pastors from various parts of the country, which allows them to experience circumstances pastors in poor areas of the country face.<ref>[https://georgiabulletin.org/news/2019/10/atlanta-priests-join-catholic-extension-trip-to-border/ Smith, Samantha. "Atlanta priests join Catholic Extension trip to border", ''The Georgia Bulletin'', October 3, 2019]</ref> Large-scale raids conducted in August 2019 by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement resulted in the arrest of 680 people at various food processing plants in the state of Mississippi. Extension set up "The Holy Family" fund to financially assist families without their main breadwinner because of detention or deportation. The fund will be managed by the [[Roman Catholic Diocese of Jackson]].<ref>[https://angelusnews.com/news/catholic-extension-announces-aid-for-families-of-deported-breadwinners/ "Catholic Extension announces aid for families of deported breadwinners", ''Angelus'', CNS, August 09, 2019]</ref>


==Leadership==
⚫
On 7 June 1907, the society received its first papal approval by an [[Ecclesiastical letter|Apostolic Letter]] of [[Pope Pius X]] addressed to the Archbishop of Chicago. On 9 June 1910, the pope issued a special brief by which the society was raised to the dignity of a [[canonical institution]] directly under his own guidance and protection. By the terms of this brief, the Archbishop of Chicago is always to be chancellor of the Society, and the president must be appointed by the Pope himself. His term of office is not more than five years. The board of governors has the right to propose three names to the Holy See for this office, and to elect, according to their laws, all other officers of the society. The brief also provided for a cardinal protector, living in Rome. The Pope named Cardinal [[Sebastiano Martinelli]]. The brief also limits the society's activities to the United States and its possessions.
* Chancellor – [[Blase J. Cupich]], Archbishop of Chicago<ref name=cxb>{{Cite web | title = Board of Governors | publisher = CatholicExtension.org | url = http://www.catholicextension.org/about-us/board-governors | accessdate = 22 October 2012}}</ref>
* Vice Chancellor – [[Gerald F. Kicanas]], Bishop of Tucson<ref name=cxb/>
* President – John J. Wall<ref name=pro/>


===Canada===
===Past presidents===
*[[Francis Kelley|Francis Clement Kelley]] – Founder, President 1905–1924
The church extension movement was organized in Canada as an independent society, bearing the name of "The Catholic Church Extension Society of Canada", by a group including [[Fergus Patrick McEvay]], [[Roman Catholic Archbishops of Toronto|Archbishop of Toronto]]. The society was formed on 23 September 1908, by Monsignor E. Alfred Burke from the Diocese of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. A papal brief was issued to the Church Extension Society in Canada on 9 June 1910, granting it papal approval and pontifical status.<ref name="canadianhistory">{{Cite web | title = Our history | publisher = Catholic Missions In Canada | year = 2010 | url = http://www.cmic.info/our-history | accessdate = 23 June 2010}}</ref> The Canadian society purchased the ''Catholic Register'', a weekly paper, enlarged it, and turned it into its official organ.
*[[William David O'Brien|William D. O'Brien]] – President 1925–1962
*Joseph B. Lux – President 1962–1966
*Kenneth G. Stack – President 1966–1968
*[[John L. May]] – President 1968–1970
*Joseph A. Cusack – President 1970–1976
*[[Edward James Slattery|Edward J. Slattery]] – President 1977–1994
*Kenneth J. Velo – President 1994–2001
*William R. Houck – President 2001–2007<ref>{{Cite web | title = Past Presidents | publisher = Catholic Extension | url = http://www.catholicextension.org/about-us/our-history/past-presidents | accessdate = 22 October 2012}}</ref>


==''Extension'' Magazine==
In 1999, the name of the Society was changed to ''Catholic Missions In Canada'' to better reflect its mission and outreach.<ref name="canadianhistory"/>
In April 1906, the society began the publication of a quarterly bulletin called ''Extension''. In May 1907, this quarterly was enlarged and changed into a monthly bulletin.<ref name="cathen"/> Kelley served as the original writer, editor and publisher. Since then, ''Extension'' has developed to include a collection of articles illustrating the history of the Catholic Church in America. Now a quarterly publication.<ref>{{cite web |title=Extension Magazine |url=https://www.catholicextension.org/whats-new/extension-magazine/ |website=Catholic Extension Society |access-date=9 June 2024}}</ref>


==The society today==
==''Lumen Christi'' award==
Every year, Catholic Extension's ''Lumen Christi'' award honors an individual or group working in one of America's mission dioceses who demonstrates how the power of faith can transform lives and communities. The $1,000 award is accompanied by a $50,000 grant: $25,000 for the honoree and $25,000 for his or her nominating diocese.<ref name="Catholic Extension Website">{{cite web|url=http://www.catholicextension.org/about-us/lumen-christi-award|title=Lumen Christi Award|publisher=CatholicExtension.org|accessdate=2012-09-17}}</ref> In 2018, the ''Lumen Christi'' was awarded to Marie-Paule Willem, a Franciscan Missionary of Mary, serving in the Diocese of Las Cruces, New Mexico, honored a lifetime of missionary work.<ref>[https://catholicphilly.com/2019/08/news/national-news/catholic-extension-receives-48-nominations-for-annual-lumen-christi-award/ "Catholic Extension receives 48 nominations for annual Lumen Christi Award", Catholic News Service, August 21, 2019]</ref>
The current president of the Catholic Church Extension Society is Rev. John J. Wall.<ref>{{Cite web | title = President's Page | publisher = Catholic Church Extension Society of the United States of America | year = 2010 | url = http://www.catholicextension.org/president/ | accessdate = 23 June 2010}}</ref> The president of the Catholic Missions in Canada is Rev. Philip J. Kennedy.<ref>{{Cite web | title = Our board of governors | publisher = Catholic Missions In Canada | year = 2010 | url = http://www.cmic.info/our-board-of-governors | accessdate = 23 June 2010}}</ref>


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[http://www.catholicextension.org/ The Catholic Church Extension Society (USA)]
*[http://www.catholicextension.org/ Catholic Church Extension Society (USA)]
{{Catholic laity}}
*[http://www.cmic.info/ Catholic Missions in Canada]
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Latest revision as of 21:07, 9 June 2024

Catholic Extension
FormationOctober 18, 1905 (119 years ago)
PurposeSupports poor mission dioceses across the United States
Location
  • Chicago, Illinois
Coordinates41°52′48″N 87°38′12″W / 41.879984°N 87.636663°W / 41.879984; -87.636663
President
John J. Wall
Main organ
Board of Governors
AffiliationsRoman Catholic Church
Websitewww.catholicextension.org

Catholic Extension (also known as the Catholic Church Extension Society) is a national fundraising 501(c)(3) organization which supports and strengthens poor mission dioceses across the United States. They provide funding and resources to dioceses and parishes through programs and services investing in people, infrastructure and ministries. This support is given based on need, passion and commitment to the growth of the Catholic faith.

History

[edit]

Francis Kelley, a priest from Lapeer, Michigan, first envisioned Catholic Extension in 1904. Through his travels, he discovered places and communities that were struggling to keep the Catholic faith alive and growing. The Archbishop of Chicago, James Edward Quigley, agreed to help Kelley launch this new organization. As a result, the Catholic Church Extension Society was organized on October 18, 1905.[1] Temporary headquarters were established in Lapeer, Michigan, where a charter was granted to the society by the state of Michigan on December 25, 1905.

Catholic Extension Society's gospel car, c. 1908

In January 1907, society headquarters were moved to Chicago, and the president was transferred to that archdiocese. On June 7, 1907, Catholic Extension received its first papal approval by an apostolic letter of Pope Pius X addressed to the Archbishop of Chicago. Almost exactly three years later, on June 9, 1910, the Pope issued a brief by which the society was raised to the dignity of a canonical institution directly under his own guidance and protection. By the terms of this brief, the Archbishop of Chicago will always remain chancellor of the society, and the president must be appointed by the Pope himself. The president's term of office is not more than five years. The board of governors has the right to propose three names to the Holy See for this office, and to elect, according to their laws, all other officers of the society.[1]

Mission dioceses generally are rural, cover a large geographic area, and have limited personnel and pastoral resources. Since 1905, the society has given more than $500 million to 94 mission dioceses across the country.[2] Extension has been active in Puerto Rico for over 100 years, funding about 1,400 building projects.[3]

Present day

[edit]

In 2012, Catholic Extension approved a $56,000 two year grant to the Archdiocese for the Military Services to support a faith formation program for Catholics in the United States military.[4] In 2018, Catholic Extension launched a Mission Immersion Program for pastors from various parts of the country, which allows them to experience circumstances pastors in poor areas of the country face.[5] Large-scale raids conducted in August 2019 by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement resulted in the arrest of 680 people at various food processing plants in the state of Mississippi. Extension set up "The Holy Family" fund to financially assist families without their main breadwinner because of detention or deportation. The fund will be managed by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Jackson.[6]

Leadership

[edit]

Past presidents

[edit]
  • Francis Clement Kelley – Founder, President 1905–1924
  • William D. O'Brien – President 1925–1962
  • Joseph B. Lux – President 1962–1966
  • Kenneth G. Stack – President 1966–1968
  • John L. May – President 1968–1970
  • Joseph A. Cusack – President 1970–1976
  • Edward J. Slattery – President 1977–1994
  • Kenneth J. Velo – President 1994–2001
  • William R. Houck – President 2001–2007[8]

Extension Magazine

[edit]

In April 1906, the society began the publication of a quarterly bulletin called Extension. In May 1907, this quarterly was enlarged and changed into a monthly bulletin.[1] Kelley served as the original writer, editor and publisher. Since then, Extension has developed to include a collection of articles illustrating the history of the Catholic Church in America. Now a quarterly publication.[9]

Lumen Christi award

[edit]

Every year, Catholic Extension's Lumen Christi award honors an individual or group working in one of America's mission dioceses who demonstrates how the power of faith can transform lives and communities. The $1,000 award is accompanied by a $50,000 grant: $25,000 for the honoree and $25,000 for his or her nominating diocese.[10] In 2018, the Lumen Christi was awarded to Marie-Paule Willem, a Franciscan Missionary of Mary, serving in the Diocese of Las Cruces, New Mexico, honored a lifetime of missionary work.[11]

References

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  1. ^ a b c Kelley, Francis (1912). "The Catholic Church Extension Society". The Catholic Encyclopedia. Vol. 14. Robert Appleton Company. Retrieved 17 September 2012.
  2. ^ a b Pronechen, "Catholic Extension Makes Faith Local", National Catholic Register, October 13, 2016
  3. ^ Sadowski, Dennis. "Catholic Extension to bring aid to Cuba for the first time", CNS, September 28, 2016
  4. ^ "AMS Named Recipient of $56,000 Grant from Catholic Extension", AMS, August 1, 2012
  5. ^ Smith, Samantha. "Atlanta priests join Catholic Extension trip to border", The Georgia Bulletin, October 3, 2019
  6. ^ "Catholic Extension announces aid for families of deported breadwinners", Angelus, CNS, August 09, 2019
  7. ^ a b "Board of Governors". CatholicExtension.org. Retrieved 22 October 2012.
  8. ^ "Past Presidents". Catholic Extension. Retrieved 22 October 2012.
  9. ^ "Extension Magazine". Catholic Extension Society. Retrieved 9 June 2024.
  10. ^ "Lumen Christi Award". CatholicExtension.org. Retrieved 2012-09-17.
  11. ^ "Catholic Extension receives 48 nominations for annual Lumen Christi Award", Catholic News Service, August 21, 2019
Attribution
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