Stewardship

In common language, “stewardship” simply means taking care of one’s belongings. But at St. Columbkille, when we talk about stewardship, we mean something more than that. As Christians, we believe that humans don’t really own anything. God has created all things; everything we “own” is really “on loan” from God. From that perspective, stewardship means taking care of God’s gifts.

Stewardship is the natural response to the decision to be a disciple. The U.S. bishops have said:

Mature Disciples make a conscious, firm decision carried out in action, to be followers of Jesus Christ no matter the cost to themselves. Stewardship is an expression of discipleship, with the power to change how we understand and live out our lives.

Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response, Introduction

Everything God has given us – special skills, a nice smile, a good income – is meant for others as well. Being a good steward of these gifts involves giving them away. As we learn from Jesus’ example, self-giving is the road to true happiness.

Our annual Stewardship Renewal is an important event for the community of St. Columbkille. It is a time when we encourage each other to re-prioritize the way we use God’s gifts by making commitment of time, talent, and treasure. How will you use your gifts?

Calendar

Today's Reading

Tuesday, October 7
6:00 pm Breast Cancer Awareness Talk
6:30 pm First Reconciliation Parent Meeting

Wednesday, October 8
1:00 pm Rosary Making
5 & 6:45 pm Religious Formation Classes
6:30 pm T.E.E.N. Faith Community Night
7:30 pm Mystagogia
8:00 pm Youth Choir Rehearsal
8:00 pm Parish Council

Thursday, October 9
12:30 pm Regnum Christi
3:30 pm Ping Pong
6:30 pm Prayer Shawl Ministry
7:00 pm Boy Scouts
7:30 pm Choir Practice
7:30 pm School Advisory Council

Sunday, October 12
3:00 pm Catechism
6:00 pm Baptism Preparation
7:00 pm Ad Altare Dei Meeting

News

T.E.E.N.
New Events Posted

Guatemala Mission
Planning for 2009 Trip

Respect for the Unborn Human Life
The Church's Constant Teaching

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Notes

We make our annual stewardship commitment today. You may be thinking, "didn't we just do this?" or "why do we have to do this every year?" Yes to the first one, the year seems to fly by for me, too, and we come to this time again so very quickly. Some days go by so very fast that I wonder if I accomplished anything at all. I have never been able to slow time down as much as I might wish it. 

Habits of Disciples 
-- GIVING
-- The HOW of "GIVING"

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