1. In 2015, we focus on the Stewardship of Spirituality
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2. 2015 STEWARDSHIP
Our 2015 focus is on SPIRITUALITY

3. Spirituality
Orthodox Spirituality is taught and exemplified through the lives of the Fathers, Mothers and Saints of all ages. There we find the living and concrete examples of what Spirituality is. St. John Climacus – The Ladder of Divine Ascent 30 Steps to reach Heaven St. Gregory Palamas – Hesychism Theosis as a way to become like God

4. THEOSIS Archimandrite Justin Popovic
For to be a member of the Church means to become incarnated with the God- man, to share His body, to become an organic part of His divine-human body. In other words, to become divine-human in the entire reality of one’s human personality

5. Spirituality Orthodox Spirituality is… Seeking the honor of God
Taking up your cross and following Jesus
Looking at everything from God’s point of view and not public opinion
Making decisions based on the Heavenly and not the earthly
Living, praying and worshipping as a member of the Body of Christ

6. STEWARDSHIP Stewardship is…
An equal giving of our Time, Talents and Treasures
Time – limited to 24 hours each day
Talents – the unique characteristics that God has blessed you with
Treasures – giving of your self, your belongings or your financial resources

7. STEWARDSHIP MUST BE Spiritually based
A balance of Time, Talents and Treasures
From the heart
Must be done positively
A focus as it is how you will be judged by God

8. WHAT YOU CAN DO! Complete your 2015 Stewardship Commitment Card
Volunteer your Time & Talents
Create/support a Stewardship committee
Develop parish goals with the Priest and Parish Council
Attend a Stewardship seminar
Participate in a Ministry Sunday
Read articles and books about Stewardship
Visit
Visit Pan Orthodox web sites for additional information

9. Glory be to God, now and forever more
Thank you
Glory be to God, now and forever more