26 Feb Lenten Reflections on Sacrifice, Stewardship, and a Legacy of Faith
As the season of Lent incites us to reflect on our lives and draw closer to our faith, it is an opportune time to contemplate the concept of stewardship. Stewardship is not merely a financial term; it is a way of life rooted in our Catholic teachings calling us to think about how we have the ability to share of our gifts (time, talent, and treasure) to help others. This Lent, let us consider the profound connection between stewardship and creating a legacy that truly reflects our personal Catholic values and beliefs.
At its core, stewardship is the faithful and responsible way in which we use the gifts entrusted to us by God. These gifts encompass not only our financial assets but so often are our time, talent, and spiritual gifts. As I reflect on my personal stewardship journey as a wife and mother of three, my gift of time and talents are many times far more valuable than any financial gift I can give. As faithful Catholics, we are called to be good stewards of our blessings given to us by God, and to recognize that everything we have is truly a gift from God.
During Lent, we are encouraged to engage in acts of sacrifice, prayer, and almsgiving. Let us take this time to consider how we can extend our generosity to the ministries and causes that resonate deeply in our hearts. One of the beauties of the Catholic Foundation is our ability to provide a platform to you to channel your resources towards the nonprofits that you love, ensuring a lasting impact for generations to come. Creating a legacy through the Catholic Foundation involves investing in the spiritual well-being of the Church, school or nonprofit. By supporting initiatives that align with your values – whether it be education, evangelization, or feeding the hungry – you actively participate in building a legacy that reflects the love and compassion of Christ. One way to leave a lasting legacy is through the establishment of endowments with the Catholic Foundation that perpetually supports your key initiatives.
As we embark on this Lenten journey together, let us challenge ourselves to embrace stewardship in its fullness. Take time to consider the resources the Lord has entrusted you with and prayerfully consider how you can contribute to the Church’s mission through the Catholic Foundation. Perhaps we can all strive to be an active participant in stewardship throughout our lives creating a legacy that we are proud of. May our Lenten reflections lead us to a deeper understanding of stewardship and inspire us define our personal legacy leaving a mark on the world around us rooted in Christ.