How to Support the New Holy Cross Church

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DONATIONS

$35000

PLEDGES

$10000

DONORS

700+

How to Support the New Holy Cross Church From Anywhere in the World

The New Holy Cross Church is being built in Nairobi, but the work behind it reaches far beyond Kenya. Over the years, many families connected to Holy Cross have moved abroad. Others discovered the parish through the wider traditional Catholic world. Some simply wish to support the growth of the Traditional Latin Mass in Kenya. Wherever you live, you can take part in building this church. The project aims to raise $2 million by June 2027 to construct a permanent church and priory that will serve the faithful for generations. While the parish community carries the work locally, support from Catholics around the world plays an important role in making the project possible.

Giving Tiers That Help Move the Project Forward

To make participation easier, the campaign is structured around a series of giving tiers. These tiers allow supporters to contribute at different levels depending on their circumstances. The purpose of the tiers is practical. They help the project committee plan construction responsibly, secure materials ahead of time, and coordinate the work without delays.
Some supporters choose to make a single major gift, while others prefer quarterly or monthly contributions spread out over time. Both approaches help move the project forward.
Those who join a giving tier will also receive meaningful acknowledgments connected to the life of the new church. These include recognition tied to the project, Holy Mass offered for donors’ intentions, and commemorative items associated with the church being built. Additional details about these expressions of gratitude will be shared as the campaign develops. For a full overview of the tiers and contribution options, you can explore the fundraising page.

Why Recurring Giving Makes a Difference

Church construction unfolds over many months. Foundations are laid, walls rise, roofing follows, and the interior is completed step by step. Recurring gifts help sustain the project through each of these stages. When supporters choose to give monthly or quarterly, it creates a steady stream of support that allows the parish to plan work carefully rather than waiting for large donations to arrive. Many international donors find this approach practical because it spreads their contribution over time while remaining part of the mission. Even modest recurring gifts become significant when sustained over several years.

Simple Ways to Contribute From Abroad

Supporting the project from another country is straightforward. The parish has arranged several payment options so donors can give using the method that is most convenient for them.

International supporters commonly give through:

Debit or credit card donations through the website
PayPal transfers
International bank transfers
M-Pesa Global for members of the East African diaspora

Each option allows contributions to reach the parish securely and efficiently. The fundraising page provides full instructions for each method.

Another Way to Help: Sponsor a Church Item

Some supporters choose to contribute by sponsoring a specific element of the church. These gifts directly support parts of the building that will remain visible and in use for generations. Items that may be sponsored include sacred artwork, statues, bells, pews, windows, and other architectural features. These contributions help shape the character of the church while supporting the broader construction effort. Those interested in sponsoring a particular item can contact the parish to learn more about available opportunities.

Support Through Parish Events

Throughout the campaign, the parish will host fundraising events. These gatherings bring together parishioners, friends of Holy Cross, and supporters from across the world. Events may include parish harambees, charity dinners, sacred music concerts, and community gatherings celebrating the progress of the project. While many of these take place locally, supporters abroad often participate by sponsoring tables, contributing to event goals, or helping promote the project within their own communities. Updates and highlights from these events are regularly shared through the fundraising website.

Building a Church That Will Serve Generations

Holy Cross began as a small chapel serving a handful of faithful. Over time, the community grew. Today, hundreds gather for Sunday Mass, and the parish continues to welcome new families each year. The new church will ensure that every member of the congregation can worship inside the sanctuary together. It will stand as a permanent home for the Traditional Latin Mass in Nairobi and as a sign of Catholic tradition in Kenya. Supporters from around the world now have the opportunity to take part in that work. To learn more about the giving tiers and donation options, visit the New Holy Cross Church fundraising page and see how you can help build this church for generations to come.