Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
May the love of God the Father and the grace of Christ be with you always. As we enter our fundraising season, we sincerely appreciate your generous support. Your encouragement remains deeply cherished in our hearts.
The various pastoral and evangelization efforts of our center, along with the 'Miracle In Cana' Catholic Marriage Ministry, are progressing actively. This initiative has brought new vitality to our center, as young Catholics gather here to build a stronger faith community. Recently, we have also welcomed a new group of young adults in their twenties, further reaffirming our mission: to ignite the fire of faith in young hearts, journey with them in their spiritual growth, and help them find a like-minded Catholic spouse to establish a Christ-centered family.
When Catholics marry non-Catholics, they enter into a marriage and family life of different faiths.
Catholic Families
High Church Participation
91% Active and Still Involved in Church
Interfaith Families
Low Church Participation
15% Active and Still Involved in Church
Catholic Families
Children Under 14
Interfaith Families
Children Under 14
36% Baptized (Even fewer participate in Sunday School)
As shown in the chart above, differences in faith between spouses not only challenge individual beliefs but also lead to inconsistencies in raising children, causing marital tensions and religious indifference. Interfaith marriages often result in the Church losing Catholic families—once considered vital pillars of the faith community. We must not overlook the serious issue of 'Catholic attrition.'
According to our research, 60% of unmarried Catholics hope to find a spouse within the Church. Recognizing this need, we have taken responsibility by actively promoting Catholic marriages through 'Miracle In Cana'. Over the past years, we have organized various events for unmarried Catholics, offering a rare opportunity for Taiwan's small 1% Catholic population—scattered across different regions—to meet and connect. However, single events alone, without sustained interactions, are insufficient for fostering deeper relationships. Building meaningful relationships requires time and consistent engagement. Thankfully, our Catholic Friendship House has long provided a nurturing community for young adult Catholics through weekly Masses, regular fellowship gatherings, and monthly activities such as workshops, spiritual retreats, faith formation groups, and outdoor excursions. These settings naturally allow young Catholics to deepen their faith while building meaningful relationships.
The Catholic Marriage Ministry in Taiwan has grown from humble beginnings to a flourishing movement, bringing forth joyful news of Catholic unions. Seeing new Catholic families being formed motivates us to continue our mission. Currently, 'Miracle In Cana' provides apostolic marriage ministry services, a Catholic matchmaking website, social events for unmarried Catholics, personalized matchmaking services, and educational programs. In addition to these existing services, we plan to expand into central and southern Taiwan to assist more young Catholics in finding faith-based relationships. In an era of rising costs, sustaining and expanding these initiatives requires dedicated pastoral professionals and substantial financial support.
Family is the cornerstone of the Church. The question of 'Should I accompany my spouse to a temple or go to Mass alone?' remains a persistent challenge in interfaith marriages. Studies show that 85% of Catholics who marry non-Catholics gradually drift away from the Church. This is an urgent matter that requires immediate attention! Strengthening Catholic marriages, supporting unmarried young Catholics, and addressing the challenges facing the Church's future are crucial steps toward fostering a thriving local Church. We must take action! Therefore, we earnestly seek your generous contributions and support.
Give 'More in Depth'— We deeply appreciate your commitment. With your support, we can accomplish even greater things this year!
Give 'More in Reach'— With financial limitations, we rely on you to spread the word and invite others to become regular donors!
Your recognition fuels our mission forward!
Your support ensures that 'Miracle In Cana' continues to advance the mission of Catholic marriage ministry without ceasing!
Recurring Donation Website
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Convenience Store Payment Code / Barcode Payment
Bank Counter / ATM Transfer
Bank Counter / ATM Transfer: 中華郵政復興橋郵局700
Account Number: 0001085-0456143
Account Name: 社團法人台灣旅北友誼交流協會
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Remittance Account Number: 50451219
Account Name: 社團法人台灣旅北友誼交流協會