Stewardship Saint for May: Saint Bede the Venerable

Saint Bede the Venerable, an English saint more popularly known as the “Venerable Bede,” was born in Sunderland, England in the year 673. Educated from the age of seven, he entered the monastery of Saint Peter in Jarrow, Northumberland, England, was ordained a deacon at age 19 and ordained a priest at age 30. The …

May 1, 2023

ICSC April Stewardship Prayer

Stewardship Prayer Loving Father, We know the truth of the Easter proclamation. Christ is risen and with him all creation! Light replaces darkness, joy replaces sadness, life replaces death. Through the power of your Spirit, there is no failure his love and mercy cannot reverse, no humiliation he cannot exchange with blessing, no anger he …

March 31, 2023

Stewardship Saint for April: Saint Peter Chanel

Peter Chanel was born in a small village near Lyons, France in 1803. Observing his simple piety and intelligence, his parish priest had him admitted to a church-sponsored school. Chanel eventually studied for the priesthood and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Belley in 1827. His mind was set on missionary work and …

See what Catholic stewardship leaders are saying about the ICSC Conference

Linda Maccarone, Director of Parish Mission, St. Mary Catholic Church, Royal Oak, Michigan I have attended the ICSC Conference for the last 8 years. The information and presentations from the 80+ speakers and numerous vendors has been very valuable to me as a parish leader. There are many new tools available to promote stewardship/discipleship/evangelization in …

March 13, 2023

Stewardship Saint for March: Saint Patrick

Saint Patrick, the “apostle to Ireland,” is one of the world’s most famous and celebrated saints. His missionary zeal arguably matched that of Saint Paul, whose missionary activities, though oftentimes a severe struggle, remained in the territories governed by Roman law. Saint Patrick, however, was the first recorded Christian missionary to evangelize beyond the bounds …

February 27, 2023

ICSC March Stewardship Prayer

Stewardship Prayer God of mercy, God of mercy, You have given us this special time to reflect on our lives, embrace the Good News and draw closer to You. During this season of Lent, help us use this time to fast and pray, be more generous and show others how to live in Christ. Let …

The International Catholic Stewardship Council recognizes one of its nonprofit members – The Pontifical Mission Societies.

The Pontifical Mission Societies remind all Catholics of their call to be missionary disciples and the need for the Gospel imperative of almsgiving. Since 1922, the Pontifical Mission Societies have been the official missionary arm of the Catholic Church, charged with the work of evangelization and charitable works throughout the world. Since their beginning, our popes …

February 20, 2023

Stewardship Saint for February: Saint Maroun, Father of the Maronite Catholic community

The Maronite Catholic Church, an Eastern Rite Catholic community,celebrates the feast of Saint Maroun on February 9. Saint Maroun isconsidered the father of the Maronite Catholic community, which professesthe same apostolic faith, celebrates the same sacraments and is united withthe chief shepherd of the Church, the pope, as are all Roman Catholicsthroughout the world. Based …

January 30, 2023

ICSC February Stewardship Prayer

Stewardship Prayer Heavenly Father, You made the lightto shine out of darkness,a light that reveals the goodnessof all you have created. Your Son tells uswe are the light of the world.It is a dark world in desperate needof your infinite love and mercy. Help us to be good stewardsof the light you shine in our …