The Villena ohana is active at St. Joseph Church and School in Hilo. (Courtesy Catholic Stewardship Consultants) By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com Linden and Chrislyn Villena and their children — Jayden, Jadelyn, Jaxden and Jorden — are staples at St. Joseph Church and School in Hilo. Linden and Chrislyn are not only cradle Catholics, they are […]
New school year offers opportunities to nurture stewardship
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com As parents, we play a vital role in instilling values and faith in our children’s lives. With the new school year now underway, it’s an excellent time to focus on teaching them about stewardship and discipleship, two core principles in the Catholic faith. Here are some practical ways to help your […]
Connecting with parish priest is key to spiritual journey
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com In the Catholic faith, the parish priest plays a pivotal role as a spiritual guide, confessor and shepherd of the local faith community. Developing a personal relationship with your parish priest can be immensely beneficial for your spiritual growth. Here are some insights on the significance of building such relationships and […]
Annunciation ohana models a life of faith and service
The Ah Hees are deeply involved in parish life at Annunciation Church. (Courtesy Catholic Stewardship Consultants) By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com Most families with young children are busy these days — with schoolwork, sports and family activities. They are so busy that one wonders how they can practice stewardship as well as grow in their love […]
St. George couple: ‘We love serving the Lord’
Paul and Maria Dumas are tireless volunteers at St. George Church. (Courtesy Catholic Stewardship Consultants) By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com When some people think of volunteering their time, they consider it a chore. Modern society tells us that we should be paid for our work. But, as good stewards, we know that isn’t true. We all […]
Bishops’ letter offers framework for a life of stewardship
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com In 1992, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops released a pastoral letter that would resonate through the years, shaping the way Catholics perceive and practice their faith. Titled “Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response,” this document serves as a profound blueprint for how Catholics should live stewardship as a way of life and […]
Creating a bond built on stewardship and ministry
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com It’s the goal of every Catholic couple to keep Christ and his church in the center of their marriage, but for David and Mary Tom, that goal was literal. After meeting and marrying at St. Stephen Church in Honolulu, the couple have remained integral to the parish community through a multitude […]
Stewardship can flourish in digital landscape
By Catholic Stewardship Consultantswww.CatholicSteward.com In our increasingly interconnected world, the digital realm has become a powerful tool for Catholics to live as active disciples of Christ and express their stewardship of time, talent and treasure. The internet and social media platforms have transformed the way we communicate, learn and engage with our faith communities. How […]
Serving brings purpose and joy to St. Michael parishioners’ lives
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com While stewardship involves the gifts of talent and treasure, there’s a third element that might make people hesitate — time. For Stan and Cookie Haanio, this part of stewardship is where they’ve seen God move the most. “Just being able to help is the highlight of stewardship,” Cookie Haanio said. “Having […]
Pope Leo XIV embodies call to stewardship and outreach
By Catholic Stewardship Consultants www.CatholicSteward.com The Catholic Church entered a new chapter on May 8 with the election of Pope Leo XIV — formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost — as the 267th successor to St. Peter. A Chicago native and member of the Augustinian order, Pope Leo XIV is now the first American pope in […]