Frequently Asked Questions

  How do I make a monetary contribution to this project?
 
You may donate by making a contribution by check made payable to “OMGC Roof” or by one of the methods listed on the previous page. 
 
Will the money I donate go directly to the roof project?
 
Yes. All donations directed to this appeal will be marked for the SOLE USE of the roof restoration project.
 
Can I be assured that the money I donate will not be used by the Archdiocese for expenses related to the clergy sexual abuse scandal?
 
Yes. the money will be used only for the repairs listed in connection with the roof project, and nothing else.
 
Can I make donations by transferring stocks or mutual funds?
 
Yes, you may donate securities to this project and receive a tax deduction for the fair market value of those securities, eliminating any capital gains taxes. Check with the office for details.
 
Can l make a charitable distribution from my IRA?
 
Yes, so long as you follow proper income tax rules for qualified charitable distributions. Owners of an IRA must begin taking required minimum distributions from the IRA at age 70 ½. A person may make a qualified charitable distribution of any portion of those distributions and avoid paying income taxes on that amount. Check with your tax adviser for assistance.
 
Why do we need to fix the roof now?
 
After 120 years of constant use, our church is in need of repairs. Most urgently, the roof needs to be replaced. ln recent years, our staff and outside contractors have worked hard to patch troublesome areas of the roof, but it is now clear that complete replacement of the roof is the only reasonable way forward. The photos in this brochure illustrate the need for the repairs. 
 
Who is overseeing the repairs?
 
Mr. Charles McGarvey, the roofing consultant designated by the Archdiocese.  Our roofing contractor is Jim Miller Roofing of Ardmore. 
 
How was the contractor chosen?
 
The process of hiring the contractor was rigorous. We accepted three bids from Archdiocese-approved contractors that have worked on historic churches such as ours. After review by the parish finance council, we chose Miller considering cost, quality of work, and experience.  
 
How long will the repairs take?
 
The roof portion of the project will take approximately 60 working days once the scaffolding has been erected. Other aspects of the project (e.g., masonry, exterior wall cleaning and coating, repair of window molding) will continue into the following months.  
 
How much will this project cost?
 
We estimate that the roof replacement portion of the project will cost $950,000.  

Please click here to view the estimated costs breakdown for the roof and the other related repairs.
 

 

Our Mother of Good Counsel Church
31 Pennswood Road
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Tel: 610.525.0147 
Fax: 610.525.0157 
Email: [email protected]