Wills & Bequests

Bequests for the benefit of the Diocese (such as for the education of seminarians, Catholic Charities, Propagation of the Faith, etc.) or the parishes or unincorporated institutions or organizations should be made to the Most Reverend Francis X. DiLorenzo, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond and his successors in office with a specification of the purpose for which the bequest is to be used. In all instances it is advisable to seek legal counsel before drawing up a bequest or formulating a will.

Form of Bequest
 

I give, devise and bequeath to the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond, Virginia, and his successors in office the sum of $__ for the benefit of ____ of the Diocese of Richmond.