St. Thomas the Apostle Church
Stewardship

St. Thomas the Apostle

Mass Schedule
Mon. - Sat. 8 AM
Saturday 5 PM
Sunday 8 & 11 AM

Holyday Masses
Day Before 5:30 PM
Holyday 8 AM

Confessions
Sat. 3:30 - 4:30 PM

Adoration Chapel
Mon. - Fri.
9 AM - 11 PM

Blessing of expectant mothers and families after Mass on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Irondequoit Catholic Community

Celebrating 100 years

Irondequoit Catholic Community Web Site

Clustered Worship Sites:

Individual Worship Sites:

This is a witness of the power of being truly a vibrant community and how "Stewardship" empowers. This Catholic Church in Florida is a model of what we can become. This video speaks for itself, defining what Stewardship really is and involves. The results speak for themselves.

Pope Benedict XVI's Quote on Stewardship

"The promotion of the practice of stewardship is important for the mission of the Church and for the spiritual well-being of each individual Christian. Everyone benefits from the sacrificial gift one makes of his time, talent and treasure. Therefore, please accept my encouragement for your efforts and my prayers that your upcoming conference will be a stimulus to the practice of stewardship in the Church." His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI

	Who is a Christian steward?
	Why is the 'stewardship lifestyle' so important to the Christian disciple?
	Why is stewardship a lifelong process?
	What does the term “time, talent, and treasure” mean?
	What does a Catholic steward look like?
	What are the challenges and rewards of stewardship?

• Some reflection questions:

1. What resources, talents, and abilities has God given me? Do I use them in service to others? How might I take the next step to become a more effective steward?

2. What qualities in the life of Jesus provide a model for living and an example of good stewardship? How might they compare to my own life and lived experience?

3. If I am to work to be an effective Christian steward, with the help of God's grace, what will it cost me in terms of personal sacrifice and hardship? Am I willing to take the next step?

4. How am I reaching out to invite others to recognize their gifts? What opportunities do I provide for them to employ those gifts for the good of the community?

• How can I learn more?
  • Read the U.S. Bishops’ pastoral letter, "Stewardship: A Disciple's Response"
  • You may also want to go to the International Catholic Stewardship Council
  • Look for new opportunities to discuss stewardship with others. And keep listening to the stirrings of your own heart.
  • Look at the "Groups & Organizations" here at St. Thomas the Apostle for opportunities -- they can always use you.