Stewardship at St. John of the Cross Cluster & Christian Life Center (CLC)

Living Discipleship Through Time, Talent, and Treasure

For the Ministry of the St. John of the Cross Catholic Cluster and the Christian Life Center (CLC), stewardship is the heart of parish life. It is a way of living our faith by offering our time, talent, and treasure in gratitude to God and in service to His Church.

At CLC and throughout the St. John of the Cross Cluster, stewardship is not only about giving—it is about belonging, relationship, and mission. Every parishioner is invited to participate actively in the life of the Church through prayer, service, generosity, and fellowship.

What Is Catholic Stewardship?

Catholic stewardship means recognizing that everything we have is a gift from God and responding with faith-filled generosity. As Scripture teaches,
"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace" (1 Peter 4:10).

Stewardship at the Christian Life Center (CLC) and in our parishes calls each member to:

• Grow spiritually through prayer and the sacraments

• Serve with personal gifts and talents

• Support the Church financially through offertory and appeals

• Build relationships in parish fellowship

• Participate in formation, outreach, and evangelization

Through stewardship, discipleship becomes a daily lifestyle.

Stewardship Opportunities in Our Parishes

Your generosity supports every aspect of parish and ministry life at St. John of the Cross Cluster and CLC, including:

• Weekly Parish Offertory

• Catholic Appeal and Diocesan Mission Support

• Second Collections for special ministries

• Parish Capital Campaigns and facility care

• Community Charities and Outreach Programs

• Faith Formation and School of Faith at CLC

• Sacramental Life and Pastoral Care

• Marriage Preparation and Family Ministries

• Youth and Homeschool Children Programs

Each gift helps proclaim the Gospel, form disciples, and care for God’s people.

Stewardship as a Way of Life

Stewardship is not a program—it is a spiritual attitude and lifestyle. It grows through fellowship and relationship. When we pray together, learn together, and serve together, we become the Church Christ desires.

The early Church modeled this life:
"They devoted themselves to the teaching of the apostles, the communal life, the breaking of bread, and the prayers" (Acts 2:42).

At the Christian Life Center, stewardship connects worship, learning, and community into one mission of love.

How to Get Involved

We invite every parishioner and visitor to:

• Register with the parish community

• Join a ministry or volunteer team

• Attend formation programs at CLC

• Participate in the School of Faith

• Support the parish through regular giving

• Share your talents and life experience

Whether you are new to the parish or a longtime member, your presence and participation matter.

Support the Mission of the Church

Your stewardship sustains the ministries of St. John of the Cross Cluster and the Christian Life Center (CLC). Through your offerings, prayer, and service, Christ is made visible in our community.

"Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver" (2 Corinthians 9:7).

Download the Stewardship Form, complete it, and return it to your parish office to begin your journey of discipleship and service.

Together, we build a Church rooted in gratitude, generosity, and love.

Download and use the form below to practice your stewardship in the light of the gospel of Christ.

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