Presents stewardship as a way of life rooted in the Gospel.
Includes theological reflection, real-life applications, and questions for discussion, making it suitable for parish groups, individuals, or leadership training.
Encouraging active participation in the Church’s mission, evangelization, and social responsibility through the faithful use of time, talent, and treasure.
Introduction
The Challenge
The Choice
The Vision
The Plan of the Pastoral Letter
For Reflection and Discussion
I. The Call
The Disciple’s Vocation
Responding to the Call
The Call to Stewardship
The Cost of Discipleship
For Reflection and Discussion
II. Jesus’ Way
The Example of Jesus
The Image of the Steward
The Steward’s Reward
For Reflection and Discussion
III. Living as a Steward
Creation and Stewardship
Collaborators in Creation
Redemption and Stewardship
Cooperation in Redemption
For Reflection and Discussion
IV. Stewards of the Church
Community and Stewardship
Evangelization and Stewardship
Solidarity and Stewardship
Eucharistic Stewardship
For Reflection and Discussion
V. The Christian Steward
Appendix I: To Be a Christian Steward: A Summary of the U.S. Bishops’ Pastoral Letter on Stewardship
Appendix II: Stewardship and Development in Catholic Dioceses and Parishes: Resource Manual