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Stewardship As a Way of Life - Doing What "We Believe"
"Christ has no body now on earth but yours, no hands but yours. Yours are the eyes through which He is to go about doing good. Yours are the hands with which He is to bless people now." ~ St. Teresa of Avila
Some of our many Ministers enjoy a meal and fellowship at our Annual Ministry Luncheon
Ours is a vibrant, active parish made up of people from all walks of life... retired, working couples, young families, singles, young adults, children... each unique in their own God-given way! United in baptism and empowered by the Spirit, we endeavor to live our commitment to proclaim God's love. Our many parish ministries flow from that commitment.
As a Stewardship parish, parishioners are encouraged to make a commitment to serve others by sharing their time and talents as well as their treasure.
We are thankful for the many dedicated ministers who share their talents and time with us and we welcome new insights and energy.
It may be that God has called you to one specific job within the Church. Or, maybe God has called you to a variety of ministries. Whether you are a greeter, PSR teacher, Adorer of the Blessed Sacrament, lector, visitor of those who are sick, or any other role, do it all for the glory of God as a precious member of the Church.
Time - The Gift of Our Action
"One of the greatest gifts God gives us is the twenty-four hours of each day. The idea of giving up some of our precious moments can be much more difficult than making a monetary contribution."
Woodeene Koenig-Bricker ~ Living Catholic Stewardship
Talent - The Gift of Our Ability
"For every skill you possess, there is a need somewhere in your family, your parish, your city...if you aren't sure where your talents lie, prayerfully contemplate the corporal and spiritual works of mercy."
Woodeene Koenig-Bricker ~ Living Catholic Stewardship
Treasure - The Gift of Our Abundance
"Make it a point to evaluate your situation and giving...at all times keeping a spirit of gratitude at the fore."
Woodeene Koenig-Bricker ~ Living Catholic Stewardship
In striving to live out our belief in "the Lord, the giver of life", it may help to keep in mind each of the three main areas of Stewardship: Time, Talent, and Treasure. My hope, as Pastor, is that each of the three areas will allow us to recognize how God has blessed each of us with Time, Talent & Treasure… and how we are called to use those blessings to make our spiritual community strong and vibrant.
Thank you for your love of God and love of our Church here at Our Lady of the Lake! May our Blessed Mother continue to shower each of us with the abundant blessings of grace which come from her Son, Jesus! May Mary, the first Steward, be an example for all us. May Mary‘s response be our response…†
Much Peace,
Reverend Rick L. Jones
Pastor of Our Lady of the Lake
Use the listing below or the Ministries menu above to browse for information and ideas on how you can grow in Stewardship. If you have a particular need that might be served by the parish, please let us know. Contact individual ministry leaders or members for more information. A Ministry Handbook for parishioners is available from the office.
Per Diocesan regulations, all those volunteering for a ministry involving children must complete VIRTUS Training and undergo a criminal background investigation.
Click on any of the ministry titles for more information.
A Stewardship Prayer
Lord, source of all gifts,
You call us to be disciples of your Son,
to be stewards of all creation.
May the hours and the days you give us be filled with faith, with hope, and with love.
May the talents, gifts, and graces you give us be spent for growth of self and of church.
Help us make the choices that will renew the face of the earth, and will bring us to see you face to face.
We ask this through Christ the Lord.
Adapted from the Catholic Diocese of Wichita
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