Stewardship
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Stewardship flows out of gratitude for God’s mercy and is the way we extend that mercy to others. In other words, stewardship is our “Response to God’s Mercy.”
Stewardship of Time: We all make time for what’s most important. Our annual stewardship renewal gives us the opportunity to reflect upon whether Christ is truly at the center of our lives. The best way to show how thankful we are for God’s mercy is by giving God our worship and thanks at Mass each Sunday and Holy Day. Please renew your dedication to daily and family prayer.
Stewardship of Talent: God’s mercy flows to others when we share our talents. So many of our parishioners live out the corporal and spiritual works of mercy through their involvement with parish ministries. Please take time to review the 75+ vibrant ministries in the parish and the many ways you can share your talents.
Stewardship of Treasure: “Tithe" is the biblical standard for giving that is rooted in Scripture and exemplified in the lives of early Christians. The word "tithe" comes from "tenth" and is used to indicate the portion of one's gross earnings that is set apart as first fruits for God.
Each family is asked to divide the biblical 10% of annual gross household income in the following manner:
- 5% to Parish Operations (Tithe)
- 4% to other worthy charities, which may include St. Michael Parish
- 1% to the Archbishop’s Call to Share