The St. Elizabeth church and rectory roofs have significant leaks in multiple spots. The time has come to employ a long-term solution to avoid further damage and ensure that our historic buildings will stand for centuries.

After performing considerable research, it was determined to use a product by Brava, which creates old-world roofs but constructed from modern materials. This suitable alternative is more durable, long-lasting, and cost-effective. 

The roof project is scheduled to be completed before the holidays this year. Earlier this spring, we had allocated $100,000 for FY 2024-25 towards roof repair; however, the total cost of removing and installing new roofs on St. Elizabeth church and rectory will be $530,000. 

It would be ideal to pay for this project outright and not dip into our savings, but we will do so, if necessary. A generous parishioner, who wishes to remain anonymous, has contributed $250,000 toward the project. In the last week, another incredible $22,559.50 was donated to the project by our parishioners.

Please consider helping this endeavor by making a tax-deductible contribution towards the $143,249 remaining balance. 

Restricted donations, as would be the case in any generous donation towards the paying down the final balance of this project, are exempt from the Archdiocese’s assessment. All income from restricted donations stays locally at the parish.

Donation envelopes specifically for the roof project have been placed in the pews if you wish to generously give via cash or check. Checks should be made payable to St. Elizabeth Congregation and write Roof Project in the memo line. Roof project donations may be dropped into the Offertory collection baskets or returned to the DTKC office.

To make a donation online, CLICK HERE to go directly to the OSV Portal (select “St. Elizabeth Roof Project”)

For further questions on making a restricted donation to this or any other DTKC project, please contact Michael Benner ([email protected] / 262-657-1156, ext. 2)