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Volunteering
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Volunteering
Volunteering in a Catholic community such as ours is more correctly
known as fulfilling the role of steward. A parable near the end of
Matthew’s Gospel (cf. Mt 25:14-30) gives insight into Jesus’
thinking about stewards and stewardship. It is the story of “a man
who was going on a journey,” and who left his wealth in silver
pieces to be tended by three servants. Two servants invest and earn
a profit; one buries the money in fear and earns nothing, risks
nothing. . One day God will require an accounting of the use each
person has made of the time, talent, and resources entrusted to him
or her.
Each of us has received a different “sum”—a unique mix of talents,
opportunities, challenges, weaknesses and strengths, potential modes
of service and response—on which the Master expects a return. He
will judge individuals according to what they have done with what
they were given.
Look at our list of ministries and opportunities. Where does your
talent fit? Please call the parish office or the staff person
supporting the ministry area that you are interested in. We will get
you started.
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