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The concept of an endowment goes back to the biblical teachings of Matthew 13:31-32, “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches.”

Deborah Saucedo Llewellyn, a proud native of El Paso and a graduate of Father Yermo High School’s Class of 1988, is continuing her lifelong commitment to faith, education, and community through two scholarships endowments honoring her late mother, Nancy Saucedo.

Nestled along the sun-drenched border in West Texas, the Diocese of El Paso is home to a vibrant and diverse community of faith. Among its most powerful beacons of hope is the Catholic Campus Ministry, a vital outreach that brings the Gospel to life for the thousands of students attending colleges and universities throughout the region—including the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), El Paso Community College, and Sul Ross University in Alpine, Texas.

The sunset law of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) refers to the scheduled expiration of many of the law’s individual tax provisions after December 31, 2025.

Desde 2017, la Fundación Católica continúa reconociendo las buenas obras de nuestra comunidad católica. Estamos en búsqueda de personas excepcionales que hayan demostrado una vida de Corresponsabilidad en nuestras parroquias, escuelas católicas o ministerios diocesanos, para reconocerlas e inspirar a otros a ORAR, SERVIR y DAR.

Since 2017, the Catholic Foundation has proudly recognized our Catholic community’s good works. We are in search of exceptional individuals who have demonstrated a life of Stewardship in our parishes, Catholic schools, or diocesan ministries to recognize them and inspire others to PRAY, SERVE, and GIVE.

The Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of El Paso will bestow its 10th Annual Dei Gratia Award upon the Christian Brothers who have served as leaders and educators of Cathedral High School. Join us at the 19th annual Foundation of Faith Award Dinner on September 4, 2025, at the Starlight Event Center, where we will honor the Christian Brothers. This prestigious recognition comes as the school celebrates its 100th anniversary.

Join us for a family-friendly Seminarian Movie Night on the premiere of King of Kings at Alamo Drafthouse! Enjoy a fun-filled evening with Holy Week activities, songs, and special packs for the kids while supporting our Seminarians and their education fund. Meet the future priests of our diocese and contribute to their formation in a meaningful way.

During this sacred season of Lent, we are called to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—three powerful pillars that strengthen our faith and bring us closer to Christ. This year, with our Progress Annual Ministry Appeal theme “Building His Kingdom, Together,” we are reminded that Lent is not just a personal journey but a shared mission to transform hearts, uplift others, and build God’s Kingdom here on earth.

Meet the Major Gifts Officer in March in Monahans, Pecos, and Kermit!