Dear Brothers and Sisters of St. Hugos,

Each day, we at St. Hugo of the Hills serve with the heart of Christ: celebrating the Sacraments, forming disciples, serving those in need, and building up the Kingdom of God. I would like to thank each one of you for your service and its profound impact on our parish family and the lives of those in our community. I am humbled by your generosity and faithfulness. 

Our theme for this year, Encounter Christ, Serve Others, is a reminder of our baptismal call to love and serve others as Jesus did. When we unite in support of our parish with joyful and grateful hearts, we build a community rooted in faith, love, and service. I invite you to prayerfully discern how you are called to serve with the heart of Christ by renewing your commitment to financially support our parish on Commitment Weekend November 14th & 15th, 2026. 

Through our Encounter Christ, Serve Others stewardship initiative, here are just a few concrete ways your sacrificial gifts can continue to strengthen our parish community: 

• Our Family Ministry helps families build meaningful relationships, grow in faith together, and become more active participants in parish life.
• Our Engagement Ministry helps young adults find community, deepen their relationship with Christ, and become involved in the life of the Church.
• Our outreach and service ministries provide opportunities for parishioners to put their faith into action by serving those in need throughout our community.
• Our OCIA program welcomes and accompanies individuals who are exploring the Catholic faith and seeking a deeper relationship with Christ.
• Our parish campus provides a welcoming home for worship, faith formation, fellowship, and service, while your generosity helps meet rising utility, maintenance, and repair costs. 

God has blessed our parish in many ways, allowing us to grow in faith, strengthen our ministries, and welcome all who seek Christ and a place to belong. May we always strive to serve with the heart of Christ, emulating His selfless love and compassion to build up the Kingdom of God.

Sincerely Yours in Christ,

Rev. Mark Brauer