By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com The Garcia family is seven members strong, but it grows even larger when it includes fellow parishioners at St. Anthony of Padua Church and St. John Vianney Church, both in Kailua. As such, the Garcias feel called to get involved. “We all participate in our family life, so we are […]
Catholic schools build knowledge and virtues
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com For Catholics around the United States and the world, the significance of imparting not only academic knowledge but also fostering a deep understanding of the Catholic faith is paramount. Catholic schools stand as a cornerstone of the faith for our children, providing a holistic education that shapes minds and souls. […]
Stewardship helps Lung ohana find ‘second family’
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Wahiawa is a parish that believes in stewardship as a way of Christian living. Parishioners Karen Lung and her daughters, Marissa and Kelli, have embraced a life of stewardship that has brought growth to their faith and the warmth of a “second family.” Karen’s […]
Align New Year’s resolutions with stewardship principles
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com As we usher in the new year, it’s common for people to make resolutions, setting goals and intentions for the year ahead. These resolutions often revolve around personal growth, health or career aspirations. However, for Catholics, the new year can be an excellent opportunity to connect these resolutions to living […]
Sharing musical gifts with God, community
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com We all have a way to serve our parish. The Llamedo family has the joy of sharing the same gift — music. It all started nearly 40 years ago when Mary Ann Llamedo’s mother asked her to play guitar for the charismatic prayer group. This opened the door for her […]
Holidays offer an opportunity to come home to the church
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com For many Catholics, attending Mass regularly might not be part of their routine throughout the year. However, Christmas provides a unique opportunity for fallen-away Catholics to reconnect with their faith and rediscover the beauty of the Mass. How can you use Christmas as a springboard to renew your faith and begin […]
Show your generosity to church even after death
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com “Our days glide by; death is at our door.” — St. Francis de Sales, “The Devout Life” Stewardship is a way of life. Its practice is the only true path of Christian living, which demands active service and charitable giving. To be considered a way of life, however, stewardship must […]
Finding joy and purpose in selfless service
Marynor Pacleb embraces ministry at Maria Lanakila Church By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com Those who don’t know much about stewardship might believe it’s all about how much money a person puts in the collection plate. But it’s so much more than that — it’s returning to God based on the gifts you’ve been given and […]
Kauai student finds joy in serving the Lord
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com Skyler Tanicala’s parish involvement goes back further than most can say — second grade, in fact. That’s when he started in the children’s choir and joined the youth choir at Immaculate Conception Church in Lihue, Kauai. He has been involved ever since. “One day, my mom just told me, ‘We’re going […]
Advent season offers many ways to practice stewardship
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com The Advent season is a cherished time in the Catholic calendar, representing the period of preparation and anticipation leading up to the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It serves as a reminder that the essence of Christmas transcends materialism and calls for a deeper spiritual connection. Stewardship — which […]