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"There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone. To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit." 1 Corinthians 12:4-7

St. Catherine of Siena relates where Jesus speaks to her: “I could well have made human beings in such a way, that they each had everything,
​but I preferred to give different gifts to different people, so that they would all need each other.”
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"Let us more and more insist on raising funds of love, of kindness, of understanding, of peace.
Money will come if we seek first the Kingdom of God – the rest will be given." –
St. Teresa of Calcutta

Our parishioners participate in active stewardship within the parish in many ways. Members of our Parish Council help to "shepherd" the parish and respond to the needs of all. Check below for information on the major ministries and committees...

  • Catholic Women's League
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Thoughts on Stewardship
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A sense of stewardship tells us we must take time to do God’s work on earth. When you compare what you have contributed in time, do not compare it to what your fellow church member has done.  Compare what you have done to what God has done for you.  This must be the standard for your comparison.
We make a living by what we get.  We make a life by what we give.  - Winston Churchill
Possessions are gifts from God and are more for the sake of the brethren than one’s own soul.  The Christian should not carry them about in his soul, nor allow them to bind and circumscribe his life.  He is able with cheerful mind to bear their removal equally with their abundance. (St. Clement of Alexandria)
Read more reflections on Stewardship & Service
at http://caedm.ca/Stewardship

Stewardship is A Way of Life
How shall I make a return to the Lord for all the good he has done for me? (Psalm 116:12)

What is Stewardship?  It is a lifestyle acknowledging God as the Creator and Provider of all.  It is the grateful receiving and responsible management of God's gifts, and the eager sharing of them as expressed in prayer, worship, offering and action.

Who is a Christian Steward?  One who receives God's gifts gratefully, manages them responsibly, and shares them joyfully, giving back to the Lord generously of one's time, talent and treasure.

How do I get started with Stewardship?
Stewardship is a journey of faith; it is more a process than a program.  The key steps in the process can be summarized as:
Discern: Reflect on all that the Lord has provided to you; make a list.
Develop: Plan to build on and leverage your gifts and talents.
Disburse: Begin an enhanced sharing of your time, talent and treasure.


How does the Parish Community get started with Stewardship?  
Each parish is unique and must find the level of stewardship that is acceptable and comfortable for its parishioners.  Most importantly, you need to secure the personal involvement of your key leaders (pastor, staff, & lay volunteers). A commitment of time, effort, financial resources, and prayer for the long range is vital.  A parish education program must be developed to communicate a clear and concise message, one that is repeated and included some way in all other parish programs and communications. 
Finally, a willingness to trust that as stewardship is taught and accepted as a faith response, urgently needed human, physical, and financial resources will follow.

https://www.dioslc.org/stewardship
Dearest Lord, teach me to be generous; teach me to serve you as you deserve; to give and not to count the cost. (St. Ignatius of Loyola, Jesuit founder)
St Stephen Catholic Parish  4302 57 Avenue Olds, AB T4H 1C5
403-556-3084
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