As the destruction and violence in Gaza continue, Christians around the world have been a reliable source of relief for the region, Mr. La Civita said. Although the special collection for Gaza will provide additional material support, Mr. O’Keefe said other expressions of help from U.S. Catholics remain welcome. Both Mr. O’Keefe and Mr. La Civita urge U.S. Catholics to let their congressional representatives know about their desire for peace in the Holy Land. “The bishops’ conference has consistently called for an end to the violence,” Mr. O’Keefe said. Catholics need to make their voices heard,” Mr. La Civita said.