Stewardship is based on the spiritual principles of the Old Testament and the teachings of Jesus.  As Catholics, realizing all that we have is a gift from God, we are encouraged to reflect on our blessings, enhance them and share them with others. By giving of ourselves and helping those around us, we are practicing Christian stewardship.

In 1992, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops brought attention to this principal when they published Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response (Summary of U.S. Bishops' Pastoral Letter). Looking beyond financial contributions alone, this document encourages Catholics to live their lives as disciples of Jesus and to share their gifts of time, talent and treasure – more out of gratitude than obligation.

 "As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace" (1 Pt 4:10)."