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Stewardship

Stewardship. A Way of Life. Stewardship: A Way of Life. Jesus’ Mission  Church’s Mission  Baptism  Our Mission  Holy Spirit/Gifts  All is Gift  Stewardship . Stewardship: A Way of Life. Stewardship at St. James. Stewardship: A Way of Life.

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Stewardship

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  1. Stewardship A Way of Life

  2. Stewardship: A Way of Life Jesus’ Mission  Church’s Mission  Baptism  Our Mission  Holy Spirit/Gifts  All is Gift  Stewardship

  3. Stewardship: A Way of Life Stewardship at St. James

  4. Stewardship: A Way of Life Stewardship is… “The conducting, supervising, or managing of something; the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one’s care.” Webster’s Dictionary

  5. Stewardship: A Way of Life As Christian Stewards, we: • Receive God’s gifts gratefully, • Cultivate them responsibly, • Share them in love and justice with others, • Return them with increase, and, • Stand before the Lord in a spirit of accountability. From Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response, USCCB

  6. Stewardship: A Way of Life Stewardship is… “maximizing what God has given to each of us.” Mike St. Pierre, Dean of Students, Oratory Preparatory School, Summit, New Jersey.

  7. Stewardship: A Way of Life Stewardship is… “a way of living that regards all life – all resources, talents, and gifts – as lavish blessings from God, calling for generous giving in response.” Leisa Anslinger, Author, Forming Generous Hearts, Twenty-third Publications.

  8. Stewardship: A Way of Life Stewardship is… “not something you do or a practice you embrace. It’s the complete picture of how you live your life as a Catholic Christian.” Deborah McCann, Pastoral Associate, St. Mary Star of the Sea, Connecticut.

  9. Stewardship: A Way of Life Stewardshipis… “Everything I say and do after I say, ‘I believe.’”

  10. Stewardship: A Way of Life “We have been and continue to be gifted by God! Our gift in return – our response - is a life of action – a life of responsible, conscious, loving and grateful stewardship.” Laurie Whitfield, Director, Diocese of Rockville Centre

  11. Stewardship: A Way of Life How do we start to create a culture of giving? • Change Language • Communicate • Annual Renewals

  12. Stewardship: A Way of Life Renewals: • Awareness Weekend • Gift Celebration/ Accountability Weekend • Commitment Weekend • Follow-up Weekend

  13. Stewardship: A Way of Life The “In Between” Continue using the language of Stewardship in ALL Communications throughout the parish. -Homilies - Announcements - Bulletin - Letters/Mailings - Newsletter - Bulletin Boards - Web Site - Phone Calls - General Intercessions - Parish Events EVERYTHING!

  14. Stewardship: A Way of Life St. Gerard Majella, Port Jefferson Station Ministry Increase: Stewards:+168 Ministries: +17 Financial Increase: 137% over 9 years St. Sylvester, Medford Ministry Increase: Stewards:+690 Ministries: +17 Financial Increase: 120% over 8 years St. Matthew, Dix Hills Ministry Increase: Stewards:+300 Ministries: +6 Financial Increase: 92% over 8 years Sts. Peter and Paul, Manorville Ministry Increase: Stewards:+300 Ministries: +25 Financial Increase: 78% over 9 years Sacred Heart, North Merrick Ministry Increase: Stewards: 800 Ministries: 60 Financial Increase: 57% over 8 years Our Lady of Grace, West Babylon Ministry Increase: Stewards:+331 Ministries: +35 Financial Increase: 49% over 7 years

  15. Stewardship: A Way of Life Keys to success: Committed Leadership Follow the Plan Stay the Course

  16. Stewardship: A Way of Life Questions and Discussion Laurie Whitfield Director Office of Parish Stewardship www.stewardshipli.org stewardship@drvc.org 516-379-4055 x3

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