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<div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit">Over the last two years, St. Mary of the Rosary Catholic Parish, based out of Chewelah, has raised more than $40,000 to help support the communities of Malawi, Africa, in several ways. During his first year as pastor at St. Mary of the Rosary, Fr. Vincent Gilmore brought the idea of supporting the people of Malawi to south Stevens County because of his already existing connection and experience with the developing country. Fr. Gilmore’s former parish in the Seattle Archdiocese had formed a sister relationship with a Catholic diocese in Malawi and regularly supported the community. </div><div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></div><div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit">St. Mary’s parish organizes the annual “Malawi Fund” campaign during Lent, the six weeks before Easter. The 2025 Malawi Fund campaign begins this week with a goal to raise, by Easter Sunday, April 20, another $15,000 to build two wells that will provide clean, running water in an extremely rural area of Malawi. Anyone is invited to support St. Mary’s “Malawi Fund” to make a real difference for those in need in Malawi. </div><div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></div><div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit">The parish’s in-country contact is with Fr. Dominic, who served as an associate priest with Fr. Gilmore at his previous pastoral assignment. Fr. Dominic has recently returned to his home country of Malawi to continue his work as a Catholic priest in St. Peter’s Parish, which serves 1,400 parishioners and has nine different parish missions spread out in rural Malawi. In a letter received by St. Mary's, Fr. Dominic wrote: “Being a local priest serving in a rural parish in Malawi has enriched my experience as a pastor but has also exposed me to another reality, which is a threat to human development….every day, every week, I see women and girls walking long distances to fetch water for domestic use. Most of them are drinking unsafe water from Luwesa River.” To solve this problem, Fr. Dominic suggests constructing borehole wells in the communities because of their better water quality, reduced reliance on rainfall, cost-effectiveness, and improved health. He concluded, “When I was at St. Matthias church, which is twenty miles away from where I stay, parishioners opted to be given potable water over having their grass-roofed church rebuilt, a clear sign that indeed: water is life.” Each borehole well costs about $7,000 and St. Mary’s goal is to fund at least two wells, $15,000 total, with the money going directly to St. Peter’s Parish to hire a dependable contractor to do the work. </div><div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit"><br /></div><div style="border:0px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-numeric:inherit;font-variant-east-asian:inherit;font-variant-alternates:inherit;font-variant-position:inherit;font-variant-emoji:inherit;font-weight:400;font-stretch:inherit;font-size:12pt;line-height:1.5;font-family:Aptos, Aptos_EmbeddedFont, Aptos_MSFontService, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-optical-sizing:inherit;font-size-adjust:inherit;font-kerning:inherit;font-feature-settings:inherit;font-variation-settings:inherit;margin:0px;padding:0px;vertical-align:baseline;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;text-align:left;box-sizing:inherit">Please consider generously supporting our lenten fundraiser to support this small underdeveloped African country, aptly called "The Warm Heart of Africa".</div>

<p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;display:inline-block;margin:0px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name</span>,</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br /></p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">From the bottom of our hearts, we extend our deepest gratitude for your generous donation to our fundraiser. Your contribution will help us deliver the gift of clean water to rural communities in Malawi, deeply impacting their lives. If you would like to further support our cause, we kindly ask that you spread the word about our lenten fundraiser to your friends, family, and community. This will help us reach more people and expand our impact in this small underdeveloped African country.</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br /></p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">God bless you for your kindness and compassion!</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br /></p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Sincerely,</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)"><br /></p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">St. Mary of the Rosary Catholic Parish</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">PO Box 26, Chewelah, WA 99109</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Office: 509-935-8028</p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Website: <a style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">www.chewelahcatholic.org</a></p><p style="margin:0px;width:100%;line-height:1.5;box-sizing:inherit;color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Email:  <a href="mailto:stmarychewelah@dioceseofspokane.org" style="text-decoration-color:initial;user-select:auto;box-sizing:inherit">stmarychewelah@dioceseofspokane.org</a></p>

<p>Hello <span class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}">First name</span>,
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    <p>Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for registering to fundraise for our cause. Your efforts will make a significant impact, and we are excited to have you as part of our fundraising team. 👏</p>
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    <p><strong>💡 Here are some tips for sharing your campaign:</strong></p>
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    <br />Jolene McGee<br />cjmcgee@dioceseofspokane.org<br /><br /><p></p>

<div>Over the last two years, St. Mary of the Rosary Catholic Parish, based out of Chewelah, has raised more than $40,000 to help support the communities of Malawi, Africa, in several ways. During his first year as pastor at St. Mary of the Rosary, Fr. Vincent Gilmore brought the idea of supporting the people of Malawi to south Stevens County because of his already existing connection and experience with the developing country. Fr. Gilmore’s former parish in the Seattle Archdiocese had formed a sister relationship with a Catholic diocese in Malawi and regularly supported the community. </div><div><br /></div><div>St. Mary’s parish organizes the annual “Malawi Fund” campaign during Lent, the six weeks before Easter. The 2025 Malawi Fund campaign begins this week with a goal to raise, by Easter Sunday, April 20, another $15,000 to build two wells that will provide clean, running water in an extremely rural area of Malawi. Anyone is invited to support St. Mary’s “Malawi Fund” to make a real difference for those in need in Malawi. </div><div><br /></div><div>The parish’s in-country contact is with Fr. Dominic, who served as an associate priest with Fr. Gilmore at his previous pastoral assignment. Fr. Dominic has recently returned to his home country of Malawi to continue his work as a Catholic priest in St. Peter’s Parish, which serves 1,400 parishioners and has nine different parish missions spread out in rural Malawi. In a letter received by St. Mary's, Fr. Dominic wrote: “Being a local priest serving in a rural parish in Malawi has enriched my experience as a pastor but has also exposed me to another reality, which is a threat to human development….every day, every week, I see women and girls walking long distances to fetch water for domestic use. Most of them are drinking unsafe water from Luwesa River.” To solve this problem, Fr. Dominic suggests constructing borehole wells in the communities because of their better water quality, reduced reliance on rainfall, cost-effectiveness, and improved health. He concluded, “When I was at St. Matthias church, which is twenty miles away from where I stay, parishioners opted to be given potable water over having their grass-roofed church rebuilt, a clear sign that indeed: water is life.” Each borehole well costs about $7,000 and St. Mary’s goal is to fund at least two wells, $15,000 total, with the money going directly to St. Peter’s Parish to hire a dependable contractor to do the work. </div><div><br /></div><div>Please consider generously supporting our lenten fundraiser to support this small underdeveloped African country, aptly called "The Warm Heart of Africa".</div>

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### Context Profile for St. Mary of the Rosary Parish - Chewelah

1. **Organization Mission & Cause**:
   - **Mission**: St. Mary of the Rosary Parish aims to foster a community of faith, centered around the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. The parish emphasizes spiritual growth, community service, and the importance of family and fellowship.
   - **Cause**: The parish serves as a spiritual home for its members, providing opportunities for worship, education, and community engagement.

2. **Type of Activities**:
   - **Worship Services**: Regular Mass services and special liturgical celebrations.
   - **Community Programs**: Activities aimed at engaging parishioners in service and outreach, although specific programs are not detailed on the website.
   - **Events**: The parish hosts various community events, including religious festivals and gatherings, to strengthen community bonds and encourage participation.

3. **Tone of Voice**:
   - The tone of the website is **friendly** and **inviting**, aiming to create a welcoming atmosphere for both current and prospective parishioners. The language is straightforward and accessible, reflecting a community-oriented approach.

4. **Emoji Usage**:
   - The website does not utilize emojis in its content. The communication style is traditional and formal, consistent with typical church communications.

5. **Key Facts**:
   - **Founding Info**: Specific founding details are not provided on the website, indicating that it is a newer establishment.
   - **Scale**: The parish serves the local Chewelah community, focusing on building a close-knit congregation.
   - **Impact Metrics**: There are no specific metrics provided regarding community impact or outreach results.
   - **Volunteer Info**: While volunteer opportunities may exist, they are not explicitly mentioned on the website.

6. **Writing Guidelines**:
   - **Style**: Use clear, simple language that reflects warmth and community spirit. Avoid complex jargon to ensure accessibility for all parishioners.
   - **Content Focus**: Highlight community engagement, spiritual growth, and family values. Emphasize inclusivity and the welcoming nature of the parish.
   - **Call to Action**: Encourage participation in services and events, fostering a sense of belonging and community involvement.

This context profile serves as a foundational guide for creating tailored content that resonates with the mission and values of St. Mary of the Rosary Parish - Chewelah, ensuring that communications are aligned with their community-focused approach.

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