Stewardship

Just to take a step back from the upcoming conversation about Christian values and politics, last Sunday's GodTalk about stewardship was excellent. As chairperson of a volunteer board, I am often talking to board members about donations, since 100% participation is critical to grant applications. I ask them - and this is not original - to give an amount that is meaningful to them, whether $1 or $1000. Relating this to stewardship, giving of our time and talents is equally important to giving money. Making a personal commitment to pray for one another (I love Fr Dan's "praying for my labels") or to help with the monthly cleanup or to be present on Sunday mornings all contribute to the energy of our chapel, to its growth and ministry. And making that commitment shapes our lives in a rich serenity that is continuously nourishing.