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Columban Fathers' Annual Golf Tournament

25th Annual Columban Golf Tournament Cancelled Due to COVID-19

Dear Friends,

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I think we can all agree that 2020 has been an extraordinarily odd and difficult year! The ongoing spread of Covid-19 has impacted our lives and our work like we never could have anticipated. That is why I am writing with a heavy heart to inform you that the 25th Annual Columban Fathers Golf Tournament scheduled for Monday, September 28, has been cancelled.

Over the life of the tournament, friends like you have faithfully supported the event and have helped the poor and suffering in our missions by raising tens of thousands of dollars. We will always be grateful and indebted to you for your kindness and generosity. That is why the decision to cancel this year’s event was not one we took lightly. Nor should we.

Columbans bear witness to the Good News wherever they live and work - in good times and in bad – thanks to you! But now, there is even greater suffering throughout the Columban world as a result of the pandemic. Our most urgent needs are for the nutrition programs and community kitchens we operate to feed displaced people and the unemployed. Places where there is no “safety net” and where poverty is severe already have been further distressed. To be honest, the situation in our missions in Peru, Chile and the Philippines is serious. Families are suffering and the fear of starvation is real. One thing is for certain, however, Columban missionaries will be there to offer assistance to help our sisters and brothers in Christ.

We, along with the people we serve are ever-grateful for your friendship and for your steadfast support of our tournament and mission. We will miss the camaraderie and fellowship, but you can still do good by helping Columban missionaries with your financial and spiritual support. Any gift received in lieu of golf fees or sponsorships will be used for the projects I mentioned. In gratitude, you and yours will always have a special remembrance in our Masses and prayers.

Gratefully Yours in Christ,
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Fr. John Burger
Director, U.S. Region

 

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