As many of you may already know from the announcements made during the past few weeks; St Laurence Church has been tasked with having to replace the retaining wall on the right side of the property. The wall, seen below, stretches 100 feet and is in violation of NYC regulations according to the NYC Commissioner of the Department of Buildings of the City of New York.(see summons)

We are reaching out to our parishioners to support us in raising $45,000 to replace the retaining wall. The task is ours alone. There is no external church fund we can turn to for assistance; contrary to many perceptions, there is no diocesan fund to take care of parish repairs.

The Building Fund committee has dedicated themselves to spearheading a drive to raise the necessary funds. Pledge forms will be made available during all masses Feb 25th and 26th. The drive will run from March 2012 thru September 2012.

We are trusting in God that together; the St Laurence community will complete this monetary goal.

God Bless.

How you can help?

1. Join the pledge drive, forms will be distributed during all masses Feb 25 & 26
2. Use the donation button below and donate an amount of your choice via pay pal
3. Mail a check or money order to St. Laurence Roman Catholic Church: 122-65 Flatlands Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
4. Make your donation in person at the parish rectory: 1020 Van Siclen Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11207
5. Spread the word to your family, friends, and coworkers! Click here to print out the letter of appeal and share it with your friends.