Nourishing Hearts

Do you read the bulletin? I admit that I often rush through reading it. 😦

When I took a second look this week, I read this lovely Lenten reflection.  “A Stewardship Moment” threw me off, and I almost missed it. Did you see it?

From our church bulletin, 03-13-11 (emphasis added)

A Stewardship Moment

First Sunday of Lent

At the beginning of this Lenten season we hear proclaimed the story of Jesus’ temptation in the desert. He responds to the first temptation by saying that one does not live by bread alone but on every word that comes forth from the mouth of God.

The season of Lent invites us to consider how we nourish our hearts, how we act as stewards of the Word of God entrusted to us.

A good reflection for the week:

• What do we live on?
• What keeps us going?
• Could it be possessions, prestige, the need to be in control, the need for security, addictions?
• Or the fervent desire to listen to God’s word?

The invitation to consider how I nourish my heart is what really got my attention.

If you would like to share your thoughts about this reflection, please leave a comment below. If you’re a Bloggin’ Mama and choose to post your response on your blog, please feel free to link to your post in the Comments section. That’s what I’m going to do.

God bless,

Bethany

Guided by the Holy Spirit

Are you being called to connect with other Catholic moms and kids for faith, fun, and friendship?  To foster a community of women and children growing in love for Jesus as we strengthen our Catholic faith, identity, and culture? To validate and affirm the role of Motherhood?  To play, laugh, and have fun?

All that we are and all that we have are gifts from God through the Holy Spirit, and we are called to share our gifts with others to build up the Body of Christ.

Our ministry is just getting started, but it is an excellent opportunity for building up the Body of Christ in our own, little ways of motherhood and childhood.  As you consider your pledges of time, talent, and treasure, please ask the Holy Spirit to guide you.

2011 Commitment Card

If you’re interested in participating, please write your first name on the line next to the name of our ministry on your stewardship commitment card.  We’re listed in the TALENT section under Hospitality.

After completion, please bring your commitment card to Mass on February 19/20 or mail it to the parish office.  Thank you!