Mission Statement
of the
International Catholic Stewardship Council
The International Catholic Stewardship Council promotes and supports Catholic teaching on stewardship by providing education and resources for dioceses, parishes, and institutions of the Roman Catholic Church.
Metanoia: The Challenge of Lent
As we prepare ourselves for the beginning of Lent (Ash Wednesday, February 18), we might consider a Greek word that resonates during the season: metanoia. Just the sound of it is challenging and commands our attention. Literally, the word means “to change one’s mind.” In our Christian tradition it has come to be connected with repentance and more importantly, to conversion. But perhaps the online Merriam Webster dictionary defines it most beautifully: metanoia- a transformative change of heart. To Catholic stewards, that phrase perfectly defines our yearning during Lent. We yearn to be transformed by a change of heart. Read more...
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From Our Members
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Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, reminds us that, “as it expands, goodness takes root and develops. If we wish to lead a dignified and fulfilling life, we have to reach out to others and seek their good” (Evangelii Gaudium, 9). Reaching out to others is an integral part of being a good steward of the gifts God has given to us. By reaching out to others in our families, parishes, communities and local Churches, we actually show in a tangible way how we return God’s gifts back to Him with our gratitude. Rob Faughnan |
Stewardship Saint for February
Wisdom From Our Strategic Partners
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Stewardship Prayer for February
Gracious God,
You sent us Your Spirit to help us live the Gospel
according to the gifts we have been given.
Show us how to be good stewards of your grace and
passionate followers of Christ, Your Son.
Grant us the wisdom to recognize that
through His gift of the Eucharist there is one bread,
and we are one body.
Give us the strength
to proclaim His Good News in word and deed.
And teach us to live,
no longer for ourselves,
but in Jesus Christ
who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit,
one God forever and ever.
Amen.
