Dear Parishioners,
Often times, when parishoners hear the word "stewardship," they think, " Uh-oh Father Kunkel is talking about money again." Its a common misconception. In reality, the most important part of stewardship is thankful prayer, along with sharing of our time, talent and treasure. We, as Catholics must remember that everything we have is a gift from God, and is for us to use wisely in His service. He asks us to share it with our family and friends, with our parish family, and with those less fortunate in our community.
Each of us is blessed in different ways. This year I am asking each of the members od St. Mary to look at our blessings, our talents, and our financial resources to reflect on ehether what we are returning to the Lord is appropiate in return for the gifts He has given to us.
Please commit to put aside more time for prayer and spending more time with your family. Finally, I ask you to increase your financial commitment to the parish and encourage you to pray about what is truly a sacrificial gift in your family's circumstances. This will allow us to better budget our parish finances and human resources this next year.
I am touched by the continued generosity of our parishioners at St. Mary of the Assumption and I am confident of your annual commitment to our stewardship journey as a way of life.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Father A. Henry Kunkel
Pastor