|
|
| The essence of Christian stewardship is the giving of time, talent and treasure gratefully and generously to God. It is through sacrificial giving that you can deepen your relationship with God—by becoming the body of Christ on earth through discipleship and stewardship. Stewardship invites you to a life where giving and gratitude is at the center. Your generosity of time, talent and treasure helps Church of the Ascension fulfill its mission in the parish, the community and beyond. There are many meaningful ways for you to share your stewardship ministry at Ascension. We invite you to consider one or more of these opportunities today! |
|
| Stewardship of Time: |
| Time may be our most precious commodity today. Giving of your time to Church of the Ascension in the church, the parish office, the school classrooms or the youth center is a wonderful way to help! Some opportunities available include: |
| Acolytes |
Lector |
| After Mass Hospitality |
Liturgical Environment |
| Bible Study |
Office Assistant |
| Branch II |
Parish Picnic |
| Christmas Adopt a Family |
Prayer Chain |
| Cooking for Parish events |
Rides to Church |
| Eucharistic Minister |
St Vincent de Paul Ministry |
| Event Volunteer |
Stewardship Committee |
| Finance Committee |
Tutor an Ascension Student |
| Garden Ministry |
Ushers and Greeters |
| Habitat for Humanity |
|
|
|
| Stewardship of Talent: |
| We all have unique and special talents given to us directly from God. Doing God’s work on earth requires us to offer our special talents gratefully back to God. Consider sharing with Ascension some of your special talents, including experience or expertise with: |
| Advertising |
Child Care |
| Architecture |
Clerical Skills |
| Art History |
Computer Skills |
| Calligraphy |
Cooking |
| Carpentry |
Copywriting |
| Data Entry |
Phone Work |
| Electrical Skills |
Photography |
| Entertainment |
Plumbing |
| English as a Second Language |
Proofreading |
| Facilitator of a Group |
Public Relations |
| Fundraising |
Resume Writing |
| Gardening |
Retail Sales |
| Graphic Design |
Sewing |
| Health Care |
Sign Making |
| Household Maintenance |
Spiritual Direction |
| Language Translation (especially Spanish/English) |
Teaching/Tutoring |
| Legal Assistance |
Videography |
| Mailings |
Web Design |
| Marketing |
Writing |
| Mentoring |
|
|
|
| Stewardship of Treasure: |
| All the wonderful programs at Ascension rely on your financial support. Christian discipleship encourages us to not focus on our possessions and how to accumulate more, but instead to focus on our true calling: being grateful followers of Christ and his teachings. There are several ways you can offer some of your financial resources to Ascension: |
|
| Contributing to the plate at mass |
| Mailing in a financial contribution |
| Making a pledged financial commitment each year |
| Donating items of value (including art, services, real estate, etc) |
| Transferring appreciated stock |
| Including Ascension in your Will and Estate plans |
|
| Please click on the “Donate” tab on the left to learn more about being a steward of your treasure. You may also call the parish office at (612) 529-9684 for more information about your financial stewardship options. |