April 1, 2026
Dear Families,
Last week, as part of their annual process, the Des Moines Region Catholic Schools Office asked parishes to confirm and update records verifying that families enrolled in Catholic schools are active, registered members. Based on the criteria we shared with you last fall, we have confirmed those St. Pius X families who met the following criteria:
- The family is registered at St. Pius X.
- The family has a signed Commitment of Faith on file. Please note that we only ask you to sign this document once, but to live it daily.
- The family is demonstrating this commitment by participating in parish life, attending Mass, and supporting the parish through regular tithing. We use our parish envelopes or electronic giving to verify your attendance and tithing. Please know that zero giving is not an option for an active parishioner family.
Families who listed St. Pius X as their parish but did not meet the above requirements will receive a letter in the coming week on how they can meet the requirements next year. We know that there are families who attend St. Pius X Catholic Parish School who do not belong to St. Pius X Parish; if you are Catholic, your parish of registration will confirm your active parishioner status.
We encourage you to review the Commitment of Faith on our website: https://stpiusxurbandale.org/news/555-commitment-of-faith. This Commitment of Faith articulates how together we are working to accomplish our mission to Love God. Love Others. Make Disciples. Restore All Things in Christ.
In Christ,
Fr. Matthew Luft
Pastor