Stewardship is another name for generous giving.
When we "count our blessings" we discover that we should thank God by "giving back." We give of our time, talent and treasure to build up the kingdom of God. The best place to be good stewards is in our parish which is the local expression of the Church universal and the kingdom of God in progress!
No one can say they have nothing to give. If a person can bake cookies for a parish event - that is stewardship. If a person can make a few phone calls for a parish project - that is stewardship. If someone can contribute the talent of a musical instrument for worship - that is stewardship. If someone can help teach - that is stewardship. If someone can give five dollars or five thousand dollars - that is stewardship.
The spirit of stewardship is illustrated in the story of the poor widow (St. Luke Chapter 21).
"When Jesus looked up he saw some wealthy people putting their offerings into the treasury and he noticed a poor widow putting in two small coins. he said, "I tell you truly, this poor widow put in more than all the rest; for those others have all made offerings from their surplus wealth, but she, from her poverty, has offered her whole livelihood."
The Stewardship Committee will meet when needed. The purpose of this committee is to help the members of the parish to be aware of opportunities of stewardship and to follow through in the way of generous giving. If you would be interested in being a member of this committee, please contact Father Tom at 724-847-3538 or hfp18001@verizon.net.
