Stewardship Saint for September: Saint Peter Claver
Peter Claver, a Spanish Jesuit priest, is the patron saint of Colombia and of evangelization among people of color. Born in 1580 to a Spanish farming family, Claver was educated at the University of Barcelona. He was known for his prayerfulness and intellectual prowess. He joined the Jesuit community in 1602 and was inspired to …
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ICSC September Stewardship Prayer
Stewardship Prayer Lord Jesus Christ, As we begin to shift from summer schedules to autumn demands, teach us to recognize you, and help us follow you amidst our busy life. Open the Scriptures to us that we may know you, see you, hear you – in the voices of friends and family, in the ministries …
ICSC August Stewardship Prayer
Stewardship Prayer Even in the midst of these extraordinary times, you continue to reveal your loving presence in the communal life of our parish. Help us to see your active presence in our parish family, a community where peace, love and fellowship will prevail. May it be truly prayerful, intensely Eucharistic, and deeply joyful. Teach …
Stewardship Saint for August: Saint Lydia of Philippi
Lydia is the first recorded person in Europe to become a follower of Jesus Christ. She was Saint Paul’s first baptized convert at Philippi. What we know of Lydia is found in the Acts of the Apostles. She was from Thyatira, an industrial center located in what is now western Turkey. She was a wealthy …
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ICSC July Stewardship Prayer
Stewardship Prayer Dear Lord Thank You for teaching me to be generous as You have been generous with me. Thank You for showing me that all I am and have are gifts from You and that these gifts from you, Lord, are meant to be shared. Show me the joys of generosity. Help me to …
Stewardship Saint for July: Saint Mary Magdalene, steward of Christ’s ministry
Saint Mary Magdalene is one of the most revered saints in the history of the Church and her discipleship emphasizes the complementary roles of women, Saint Peter and the other disciples as witnesses to the Risen Christ. From the New Testament, one can conclude that Mary came from Magdala, a village on the shore of …
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ICSC June Stewardship Prayer
Stewardship Prayer Gracious God, During this season of Easter, we know that your Son has offered us a peaceful awareness of his presence. He is always with us, but most times, we do not slow down enough to become aware of his presence. Help us to slow down and appreciate this gift, and come to …
Stewardship Saint for June: Saint Anthony of Padua
Saint Anthony of Padua is one the most beloved and admired saints in the Church. A Franciscan friar and a Doctor of the Church, he is considered one of the greatest preachers in the history of Christianity. Anthony was born on the Feast of the Assumption in Lisbon, Portugal, in 1195 to a wealthy and …
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Hospitality at Mass: A Key to Good Stewardship
For many individuals and families alike, summer means travel. And summer travel may mean new visitors to our parish for weekend liturgies. How we greet and provide hospitality for our guests says a lot about our practice of good stewardship. Providing hospitality to strangers is a hallmark of Christian stewardship. In the Gospel of Matthew …
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