Catholic Stewardship
Author: Colleen Smith
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 75
ISBN-13: 9780970775641
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOrdinary people doing extraordinary things...living stewardship. [from back cover]
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Best Practices in Parish Stewardship
Author: Charles Zech
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Published: 2008-09-16
Total Pages: 157
ISBN-13: 1612782159
DOWNLOAD EBOOKBased on a survey of stewardship parishes across the country, this is the most comprehensive analysis of both financial and non-financial stewardship activities ever published. Author Charles E. Zech explores more than just the impact of stewardship on parish income -- he also analyzes time and talent contributions, measuring everything from volunteer activity to Mass attendance to outreach programs such as prison ministries or soup kitchen sponsorship. Activities that have a direct impact on stewardship, including community-building endeavors, financial accountability and transparency, and parish communications, are also examined. Get ideas, confirmation, and results by understanding what works and doesn't work at stewardship parishes across the country. Every parish can benefit from this insightful study and learn how to approach stewardship in exciting, productive, and faith-building ways.
Making Stewardship a Way of Life
Author: Andrew Kemberling
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781592765775
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Catholic Kid's Guide to Stewardship
Author: Elizabeth M. Johnson
Publisher: Twenty-Third Publications
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 84
ISBN-13: 9781585952922
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn 'A Catholic Kid's Guide to Stewardship', the author has collected some memorable and touching true stories of what kids have accomplished - and are still accomplishing. She centres each chapter on scripture and teachings of Jesus, offering passages that children can read on their own or with their families.
United States Catholic Catechism for Adults
Author: Catholic Church. United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Publisher: USCCB Publishing
Published: 2006
Total Pages: 668
ISBN-13: 9781574554502
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIncludes bibliographical references (pages 540-542) and indexes.
Creating a Stewardship Council
Author: Marilyn Judd
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 68
ISBN-13: 9780814620335
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStewardship is a real issue for parishes who face shortfalls in both financial support and volunteers necessary to carry out parish ministries. Marilyn Judd's booklet shows how to develop a stewardship committee that can respond to this problem.
The Power of Forgiveness: Pope Francis on Reconciliation
Author: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Publisher:
Published: 2021-08-24
Total Pages: 133
ISBN-13: 9781601376831
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Power of Forgiveness, Pope Francis on Reconciliation calls the reader to explore the mercy of God, received in a profound way by turning toward God in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This heartfelt collection of the Pope's reflections on the need for repentance, awareness of sin, God's divine mercy, forgiveness of others, and confession and absolution, is a transformative read for Catholics of all vocational states!
Laudato Si
Author: Pope Francis
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Published: 2015-07-18
Total Pages: 119
ISBN-13: 1612783872
DOWNLOAD EBOOK“In the heart of this world, the Lord of life, who loves us so much, is always present. He does not abandon us, he does not leave us alone, for he has united himself definitively to our earth, and his love constantly impels us to find new ways forward. Praise be to him!” – Pope Francis, Laudato Si’ In his second encyclical, Laudato Si’: On the Care of Our Common Home, Pope Francis draws all Christians into a dialogue with every person on the planet about our common home. We as human beings are united by the concern for our planet, and every living thing that dwells on it, especially the poorest and most vulnerable. Pope Francis’ letter joins the body of the Church’s social and moral teaching, draws on the best scientific research, providing the foundation for “the ethical and spiritual itinerary that follows.” Laudato Si’ outlines: The current state of our “common home” The Gospel message as seen through creation The human causes of the ecological crisis Ecology and the common good Pope Francis’ call to action for each of us Our Sunday Visitor has included discussion questions, making it perfect for individual or group study, leading all Catholics and Christians into a deeper understanding of the importance of this teaching.
Grateful Disciples
Author: Leisa Anslinger
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2016-08-04
Total Pages: 70
ISBN-13: 9781536915358
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Stewardship is an expression of discipleship, with the power to change how we understand and live out our lives." This simple yet compelling statement from Stewardship: A Disciple's Response captures the importance of forming people to grow as good and faithful stewards. Grateful Disciples is a unique and comprehensive guide for stewardship leaders. The Grateful Disciples guide is only part of the story. The Grateful Disciples website equips leaders with all they need to establish and sustain stewardship in the parish.
Stewardship
Author: United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
Publisher: Our Sunday Visitor
Published: 2023-10-18
Total Pages: 117
ISBN-13: 1639661891
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAs disciples of Jesus Christ, we must be good stewards of the gifts God has given us. Stewardship is all encompassing, from an individual's gesture of kindness to global communities working for peace and justice. In this pastoral letter, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops challenges the faithful to take up the mantles of stewardship and discipleship. Stewardship provides a blueprint based on the Gospels for building good stewards of every age and level. Each section ends with questions for reflection and discussion, ideal for group or individual study.
