Stewardship: A Disciple's Response

"Once one chooses to become a disciple of Jesus Christ, stewardship is not an option." If you say you are a follower of Jesus, then you must be a steward of God's creation. That is the challenge presented in this pastoral statement from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. For pastors; parish and diocesan finance, development, and stewardship committees; coordinators of adult faith formation, youth ministry, and religious education; and evangelization. Also includes the summary version to be a Christian steward and stewardship and development in Catholic dioceses and parishes. How do I use? Challenge students to make a single change in their lifestyles that will reduce the waste of natural resources. Ask students to read to be a Christian steward, the summary that is included in stewardship: a disciple's response. What does stewardship mean for someone their age? How can they live a life of good stewardship? Ask students to compose, as individuals or as a group, a sermon o