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Our priests stand by us in times of trial, rejoice in our times of celebration, and bring Christ to us through the Sacraments. They’ve been with us for the major moments of life — baptisms, weddings, funerals — and are a guiding presence in our everyday lives. Once their full-time priestly ministry has concluded and they retire, we can’t, and shouldn’t, forget them. 
 

Is the Fund Necessary?  

Yes, the Diocese of Fresno has a duty to look after its retired priests. In joining the priesthood, our priests answer a call from God, and they spend many years of their lives serving us and serving God.   

As priests age, it is very important to provide for their spiritual, material and medical needs. In the spirit of love, we must provide a dignified retirement for our priests. The fund helps with cost of living expenses including insurance, healthcare, transportation and housing. 

The retirement age for our priests is age 70 though many of our priests continue to work in full time ministry past this age. We currently have 33 retired priests drawing from the diocesan pension plan. Additionally we have many others near or beyond retirement age who are still in active ministry. 
 

What is the Priest Retirment Fund?  

The Priest Retirement Fund represents our commitment to our beloved priests who have dedicated their lives to serving the faithful of the Diocese of Fresno. 
 
A priest who is 70 years of age is eligible for retirement. In retirement, a priest receives a modest pension in this season of life. However, at times this leaves many priests to retire in vulnerable circumstances. The Priest Retirement Fund allows each of us to support our retired priests in their time of need. 


How Can I Help? 

Your prayerful gift to the Priest Retirement Fund is a direct opportunity to thank these faithful shepherds by ensuring our retired priests are able to have a secure retirement. 
 
Consider giving a financial gift in honor of a particular priest. This is a great way to express gratitude for a priest who has had a remarkable impact upon you and the life of your family. 

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