Building Our Future is our parish’s capital campaign. With support of our Bishop and led by our pastor Father Schalk, Saint Peter Saint Joan of Arc is pursuing a three-year $15 million campaign. As we look forward to the future of our parish, we recognize the importance of addressing three key priorities that demand our collective attention.

• Saint Peter: Enhancement of McEwan Center for Saint Peter Saint Joan of Arc School for Pre-school to Grade 2.
• Saint Joan of Arc: Develop a new Grade 3 to Grade 8 school, eventually housing all grades, and expanding capacity for education, ministry, and parish activities.
• Sanctuary Enrichment: Enhance the Saint Joan of Arc sanctuary to elevate worship and foster devotion through sacred art.

According to the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, the Powell and Worthington areas, along with central Ohio, are experiencing significant growth. This growth is driving a rising demand for more school options. Saint Peter Saint Joan of Arc plans to expand Catholic education to meet this need. Additionally, improving parish infrastructure, including sanctuary beautification, is essential to accommodate the growing congregation.

The Diocese of Columbus requires that parishes have 100% of funds pledged and 50% of funds received before construction can begin. We estimate that renovations at Saint Peter will begin in Spring 2026, while construction at Saint Joan of Arc will begin at a later date.

• January 2026-June 2026: Renovation construction taking place at McEwan Center at Saint Peter Campus.
• August 2026: Ave Maria Academy opens doors to first class of PreSchool and Kindergarten students.
• January 2028-June 2029: Construction process at Saint Joan of Arc is underway.
• August 2029: AveMaria Academy expands to Saint Joan of Arc and opens doors to first class of grade 3.

Expanding the Foundation was a capital campaign launched at Saint Joan of Arc in 2019 to address some of our community's facility need. The campaign was paused shortly after its inception because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Diocesan restructuring initiative, “Real Presence Real Future”.  

The campaign received support from 534 families totaling $3.43M in pledges, $2.95M of which was received. $316,00 of the funds were invested in the project and the remaining $2.63M are split between a Diocesan Savings Account and First Commonwealth Bank. The remaining.

Expanding the Future funds will serve as a cornerstone of the new campaign, and the current $15M goal addresses the expanded scope of Building Our Future.

Every parish family will be asked to prayerfully consider a gift to the Building Our Future campaign. We are phasing our requests across a 10-month timeline to allow for a personal approach for many families.

This campaign enables the parish to meet pressing facility needs, enhance our ministries, and provide a welcoming environment for all parishioners. 

The campaign is structured over a three-year period, allowing parishioners to pledge in a way that is comfortable for them. 

Yes. Your privacy is respected, and we welcome gifts of all sizes, whether given publicly or anonymously. 

Our staff is happy to answer your questions, provide additional materials, and guide you in how to participate. Please feel free to reach out—they will be glad to assist you.

General Questions:

Stephanie Grieser

Director of Stewardship

[email protected]

(614) 761-0905 x105

Ways to Give:

Scott Lewis Business

Manager [email protected]

(614) 761-0905 x304

Yes! Any contribution is greatly appreciated.