Mission Statement

To provide for the needs of the universal Church, sharing our faith through prayers and almsgiving.

Functions

The Diocesan Mission Office
Ministers from our diocese travel to other dioceses in the United States to preach the Gospel and share the stories of the Native American missions in our diocese. The funds collected through this campaign help fund our missions, which are staffed with dedicated priests, brothers, sisters and lay people of the diocese and various religious orders.

Holy Childhood Association
Founded in 1843 as the Holy Childhood Association, HCA is an international organization dedicated to mission awareness among elementary school-age children. Proceeds realized from children's fund-raising efforts are used for the needs of the world's less fortunate children.

Special Collections

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Peter’s Pence Collection June 8, 2008
Provides for the charitable works of the Holy Father, including relief for those suffering from famine, war and natural disaster.


Catholic Campaign for Human Development September 14, 2008
Founded by the National Conference of Catholic Bishops in 1970 to break the cycle of poverty by funding projects that provide industry, employment and housing.


World Mission Sunday October 12, 2008
For Propagation of the Faith. This is the missionary organization of the Holy Father that supports the church's
world-wide mission effort.


National Retired Religious Collection December 14, 2008
This collection helps take care of our retired religious brothers and sisters who have given their life to Christ and the church.


Ash Wednesday Collection February 25, 2009
For Catholic Social Services programs in the Diocese of Rapid City. Catholic Social Services provided services to over 10,000 people last year, including substance abuse counseling, parenting classes, rural crisis intervention, adoption services and help for families in crisis.


National Black & Indian Mission Collection February 8, 2009
The oldest national collection in the U.S. Catholic Church. Funds are used to assist bishops with the missions in their dioceses that minister to these special groups.

Catholic Relief Services (Bishop's Overseas Appeal) March 8, 2009
The largest private charitable organization in the world, helping others in need during times of natural and man-made disasters, such as floods, earthquakes, famines and war.

Holy Land Collection (Good Friday) April 10, 2008
Provides support for charitable works of the church in the Holy Land.