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 …
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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
For January, the International Catholic Stewardship Council recognizes one of its nonprofit members – Our Sunday Visitor.
Founded in 1912 by Father John Francis Noll, OSV (Our Sunday Visitor) has been serving the Catholic Church and providing solutions for the Catholic community for more than 100 years. Through thoughtful listening to the challenges and needs of individuals, families, parishes and dioceses, OSV has grown to become one of the largest providers of …