Save St. Mary’s

A Brief History

St. Mary’s Assumption Church has been serving the Lower Garden/Irish Channel communities since 1860, when construction of the church was completed with the cooperation of early German immigrants who practiced their faith in St. Mary’s. The Church building, an architectural and historical treasure, is in great need of restoration repairs to correct the damage caused by storms.

As stewards of this historic treasure, we are compelled to raise the necessary funds to preserve the church building for future generations.

Repairs in the past have been made piecemeal, as each crisis arose. To adequately preserve the church, the existing damage must be repaired in a comprehensive manner to stop leaks and prevent additional deterioration.

We need your help!
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We have reached our 1st goal  –  we have raised $2.1 million!

Now we can begin work on PHASE I – EXTERIOR, which will stop the leaks and stop the damage to our beloved church.

Thank you for your generosity and continued support. God Bless!


Fundraising Goals
PHASE 1 – EXTERIOR   $2,100,000PHASE 2 – INTERIOR   $1,900,000
Removal of invasive root systems
Removal of 7 beehives / installation of bird screens
Removal / replacement of defective mortar, tuck-pointing
Water repellant treatments
Repair / painting of doors and windows
Rental of special equipment / scaffolding
Contingency fund for cost increases
Moisture testing and remediation
Removal / replacement of bad plaster
Research and repaint with historic colors
Special equipment and scaffolding
Contingency fund for unknown damage and increased costs

TOTAL (PHASE 1 & PHASE 2)   $4,000,000

Photos of damages
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St. Mary’s Assumption Restoration Capital Campaign is underway.
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