Building Stewardship in Your Parish
As disciples of Jesus, we are called to use our God-given talents and gifts to make the Body of Christ strong and to change the world. Resources in this section include easy-to-understand stewardship concepts, processes, and principles that can be seeds for tremendous growth in your vibrant parish.
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The Stewardship of the Good Samaritan
Were those who passed by the man on the road required to stop? Are you and I required to respond to the daily call of Jesus Christ? No. True stewardship requires nothing of us because true stewardship is all about giving of oneself freely.
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The Stewardship of the Good Samaritan
Were those who passed by the man on the road required to stop? Are you and I required to respond to the daily call of Jesus Christ? No. True stewardship requires nothing of us because true stewardship is all about giving of oneself freely.
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The Power of the Parish Survey
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The Power of the Parish Survey
When your decisions affect so many people, it’s best to get opinions from the people who will be most affected. Rather than virtual town halls where only the most vocal are heard, another option is to conduct a series of surveys. This will not only allow parishes to reach many members but will also allow them to analyze the answers and come to a logical conclusion based on the results.
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4 C’s of Stewardship Communication
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The 4 C’s of Stewardship Communication
Building a communication strategy on the 4 C’s of stewardship communication (Concrete, Consistent, Constant, and Creative) is good stewardship, because how you handle the message entrusted to you by Christ and his Church matters.
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Stewardship & Engagement Resources
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Stewardship & Engagement Resources
This list of recommended stewardship and engagement resources from Tracy Earl Welliver will help guide your parish’s stewardship fundamentals, spirituality, communications, and catechesis as well as engagement and community development.
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The Power of Witnessing
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The Power of Witnessing
The stories others tell can provide us with motivation, inspiration, and the impetus to act, or at least, consider an action of our own. When a story you hear is an actual witness or testimony to something great, the ability for such stories to impact our lives profoundly increases.
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At the Crossroads of Engagement & Stewardship
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At the Crossroads of Engagement & Stewardship
As disciples of Jesus Christ, we are called to a life of generosity and commitment. After we have committed ourselves to following Jesus, we need to understand what we have to work with and how we can use these things wisely for the greatest fruit. This is where engagement and stewardship meet.
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The Power of a Parish Stewardship Newsletter
A stewardship newsletter can become a real foundation piece of your parish community experience, building a more vibrant church. Publishing a monthly newsletter can be a daunting task, but this how-to guide makes the process of creating a meaningful, effective newsletter easier.
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Stewardship in a Nutshell
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Stewardship in a Nutshell
What does it mean to be an Everyday Steward? As disciples of Jesus, we are called to use our God-given talents and gifts to make the Body of Christ strong and to change the world. This document outlines the simple stewardship concepts, processes, and principles that can be seeds for tremendous growth.
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Stewardship for Students
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How to Create a Culture of Stewardship for Students
Use your intellect wisely … don’t waste the gift of time … embrace your life as a student … stay committed. These are just a few of Tracy Earl Welliver’s 10 Points on Good Stewardship for Students that makes the life of an Everyday Steward attainable for children — and plants the seed for lifelong stewardship.
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