January 23rd - 24th.

The time is now. When our world is shaken by fear, anxiety or despair, the Church while not “of the world” must be “in the world” to witness God’s love. By faith and baptism, we are incorporated into the Body of Christ: we are the Church. Uniting as Disciples in Faith and Missionaries of Hope, we can serve those most in need by bringing Christ to them wherever they are.

This weekend is ABCD Commitment Weekend. The Love of Christ urges on no matter what challenges may come our way. Together, as One in Faith, One in Hope and One in Charity, please open your hearts to those we serve through the ABCD and make a gift of hope today.

Thank you and God bless you!

What do you treasure?

So often, when people think of the word “stewardship,” the first thing that comes to their mind is “money.” It is unfortunate. The reaction comes in part from the word rarely being used outside of the request for financial giving. It is unfortunate because it limits the power stewardship has to make a difference in the ways in which faith directs our lives. When we speak of stewardship of treasure, we are usually referring to money. Yet there is something deeper at work here. What do we treasure? Do we treasure money for the good it can do, or does money signify security or status? How much do we really need?

Even while many of us spend much of our lives acquiring financial resources, deep in our hearts we know that money only goes so far. What we really treasure cannot be bought. The things in life that are most important are not things. Our only true security is in God’s providence. Our true status is as children of God and disciples of Jesus Christ.

“The Lord’s are the earth and its fullness; the world and those who dwell in it.” Psalm 24:1