We hope you are joining us for an evening of faith, fellowship and philanthropy at our 2nd Annual Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo’s Hands of Christ Gala Celebration, Thursday, October 23, 2025. Our sincere thanks to Perrysburg AutoMall for being our $25,000 Presenting Sponsor!
Attendees will enjoy remarks by the Most Reverend Daniel E. Thomas, Bishop of the Diocese of Toledo, and a special feature presentation by renowned Catholic magician Giancarlo Bernini.
“This is our signature fundraising event for the year, celebrating our transformational ministries serving people of all faiths across the Diocese of Toledo,” says Rodney Schuster, Executive Director of Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo. “This year we are pleased to honor James Meads, of Toledo, and Tom & Teresa Sloma, of Sandusky, as this year’s ‘Hands of Christ’ award recipients.”
Doors open at 5:45 p.m. at The Premier, 4480 Heatherdowns Blvd., Toledo, OH 43614. The dinner program begins at 6:45 p.m.
Many thanks to Margaret and Adam Hoff who are serving as Gala Co-Chairs. Other members of the Gala Planning Committee include Jim Peniston, Nicholas P. Carr, Kelly Donaghy, Mary Gerken, Rodney Schuster, Jennifer Lippus and Deb Boyce.
