St. Michael the Archangel Stewardship Fund Conference & Parish Grants

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1 St. Michael the Archangel Stewardship Fund Conference & Parish Grants June 2016

2 St. Michael the Archangel Stewardship Fund St. Michael is one of the principal angels; his name was the war-cry of the good angels in the battle fought in heaven against Satan and his followers. The name Michael is a variation of Micah, meaning in Hebrew, Who is like God? The Feast day of St. Michael, celebrated September 29 th, describes St. Michael in the Holy Scripture as one of the chief princes and leader of the forces of heaven in their triumph over the powers of hell. He has been especially honored and invoked as patron and protector by the Church from the time of the Apostles. An anonymous donor has made a restricted gift of $120,000 to better defend ourselves and enable the church stand on its own feet by teaching the tenants of stewardship. Given to benefit the diocese in the name of St. Michael, it will fund programing to enhance, create and promote the pillars of stewardship within our parishes and catholic ministries. All funds will be used to specifically assist pastoral and lay leadership implement new stewardship programs in parishes where none exist and enhance stewardship within existing parishes that teach and promote the gifts of time, talent, treasure and oneself. These funds will also provide the training, tools, motivation and resources to assist parish staff and lay leaders and volunteers with stewardship programming. (1) Amount dedicated - $45,000. To be set aside to provide an incentive scholarship for all parishes to send at least one delegate to the October 2016 ICSC International Conference in Chicago. Pastors accepting the $1,000 incentive will agree to assign a parish chair for stewardship and to send at least one delegate to the November 5 th 5th Annual Diocesan Stewardship Conference. (2) Amount dedicated - $75,000. To provide a second level of scholarships parishes who choose to retain a recognized and approved stewardship consulting firm, company or materials to assist with instituting a stewardship program. In addition, any stewardship plan adopted or implemented must include educational and/or stewardship teaching that includes youth and young adults. Stewardship Scholarships for ICSC will provide: (see appropriate application attached) 1. One time cost of 2016 annual membership to ICSC (see chart attached) for a parish 2. Registration cost of $499 for one attendee to the ICSC Oct. 2-5 New Orleans, LA Conference, and/or 3. Up to $1,000 in total costs to attend the 2016 conference NOTE: Parishes will be responsible for hotel accommodations, travel, meals, etc. to the ICSC Conference. 4. Other Stewardship based conferences, seminars and/or workshops (Msgr. McGread, NCDC, etc.) may also qualify at the same rate, upon approval of application. Parish Stewardship Scholarships will provide: (see appropriate application attached) An amount of not less than $1,000 to parishes for implementing parish stewardship programs. Parishes receiving ICSC Scholarships or Parish Stewardship Scholarships agree to: 1. Pastor will assign or appoint a designated stewardship director or chair of a parish stewardship committee if they do not currently have one 2. Provide the name and contact information of the parish stewardship chair to the Development & Stewardship Office 3. Send at least one stewardship delegate from the parish to the 5th Annual Diocesan Stewardship Conference on Saturday, November 5, 2016, 9:00am-2:30pm, St. Joseph Cody Center in Mandarin In addition to the above, Parishes receiving the Parish Stewardship Scholarship agree to: 1. Any stewardship plan adopted or implemented must use educational and/or stewardship teaching that includes youth and young adults.

3 Diocese of St. Augustine St. Michael the Archangel Stewardship Fund Scholarship Application for International Catholic Stewardship Council Conference 2016 Application must be submitted by September 16, 2016 (Early Bird discount deadline) Date Application Submitted: Parish Name: Parish Pastor: Delegate name(s) to attend conference: Delegate(s) Contact information Phone: Delegate(s) Position in parish: Paid Stewardship Director Volunteer Stewardship Chair/or Committee Member Pastor Other: No. Registered families in Parish: Name of person completing this form: Return by September 16, 2016 Office of Development & Stewardship Old St. Augustine Road Jacksonville, FL Attn: Julie Snow, Assistant Phone: , ext. 106 Fax: (904)

4 Diocese of St. Augustine St. Michael the Archangel Stewardship Fund Scholarship Application for Parish Stewardship Program Date Application Submitted: Parish Name: Parish Pastor: Parish Stewardship Contact: Stewardship Contact information- Phone: Stewardship Contact Position in parish: Paid Stewardship Director Volunteer Stewardship Chair/or Committee Member Pastor Other: No. Registered families in Parish: Name of person completing this form: Office of Development & Stewardship Old St. Augustine Road Jacksonville, FL Attn: Julie Snow, Assistant Phone: , ext. 106 Fax: (904)

5 About ICSC International Catholic Stewardship Council (ICSC) Mission: The Mission of the International Catholic Stewardship Council is to foster an environment in which stewardship is understood, accepted and practiced throughout the Catholic Church. The International Catholic Stewardship Council (ICSC) was originally founded in 1962 under the auspices of Cardinal Joseph Ritter and under the direction of Father Paul F. Kaletta of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. In 1965, the council began holding annual conferences in cities across the United States. Hundreds of pastors, diocesan directors of development and stewardship, parish leaders, professional firms, Catholic associations and religious congregations from around the world come together each year for four days of presentations, workshops, liturgies and major addresses. Participants experience the Catholic vision of Christian stewardship as a way of life. Timely topics by knowledgeable and experienced speakers fill a comprehensive program. Experts share practical information and experiences that have proven successful. Inspiring liturgies, annual award presentations, table talk luncheons, engaging receptions and specialized exhibits supplement the worthwhile and valuable program. The council promotes the concept that stewardship is not simply an appeal for funds; it is a way of life. Through its seminars, publications and annual conference, ICSC emphasizes the principle that all members of our family of faith are called to be Christian stewards and share their God-given gifts in proportion to their God-given blessings. ICSC International Conference October 2016 Registration Information: Registration Fee per attendee (Member Rate) - $499 (through July 31) Registration Fee per attendee (Member Rate) - $599 (after July 31) - register@catholicstewardship.org - By Phone: ICSC Membership for Parishes: Up to 250 families $ to 500 families $ to 999 families $300 1,000 to 1,999 families $360 2,000 to 2,500 families $420 2,501 to 3,000 families $480 Over 3,000 families $540 INTERNATIONAL CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL Event Registration: Ford Road #317 Dearborn Heights, MI Toll Free: (800) Facsimile: (313) See ICSC and Parish Scholarship applications attached.