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Stewardship of our Treasure |
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Financial
commitment is another component of the Stewardship picture.
The Holy Family Parish addresses the spiritual needs of its
members with a wide variety of programs and ministries
requiring a devoted, gifted staff. In a very practical
sense, our parish facilities require constant care.
The four principles of Sacrificial Giving followed at
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish include:
The gift should be planned as part of the family budgeting
process. The gift should be proportionate to the blessings
received from God. The gift should be a sacrifice that may
require a change of lifestyle. The gift should be a prayer
of thanksgiving to the Lord for laying down His Life so that
we may have eternal life. “From everyone who has been given
much, much will be demanded...” (Luke 12:48)
Annually, we are asked to review our commitment for the
upcoming fiscal year. This is an instrument of planning for
both the parish and each member of the Body of Christ. You
are asked, as a parish member, to participate in this
process with the heart of Jesus.
As a guideline, it is suggested that one-half of your annual
sacrificial gift go to support your parish. The remaining
half should be set aside for charities such as Diocesan
Programs, Missions, schools, poor box, special church
collections, etc.
Ask the Lord Jesus for guidance and an increased level of
trust in Him. Give with gratitude and in a spirit of love.
“Everyone must give according to what he has inwardly
decided; not sadly, not grudgingly, for God loves a cheerful
giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7) |
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