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Stewardship Appeal
2007-2008 Stewardship Appeal
September 2007
Beloved Faithful of the Eparchy of Parma,
“Behold, I make all things new.” (Rev. 21:5)
These words from the book of Revelations were heard in a
vision by the Holy Apostle John. They follow his seeing “a
new heavens and a new earth” (21:1). Surely this describes
God becoming human in the person of Jesus Christ. With His
coming among us, the world was made new. He formed a new
people, the Church.
Jesus told us that we had to continue to be new. He gave us
the image of new wine breaking out of wineskins that have
become old or a new patch pulling away from cloth that has
become old (cf. Mt 9:16-17).
In many ways, the world seems to be very new but in fact its
selfishness and sin reveal how it has just re-packaged the
old. New life is available but is not always sought.
You and your Church have been called to proclaim the
opportunity to be new. To keep us new, we have been given
gifts, especially the Holy Mysteries with the clergy and
laity in their respective responsibilities.
Through proper stewardship, we direct our time, talent and
treasure to that for which God holds us responsible. We are
continuously re-newed with the power of the Holy Spirit.
To allow for more of the collection to be directed to the
parishes, the goal for this year’s Stewardship Appeal has
been reduced although the needs have increased. Your
financial contribution allows those with time and talent to
do what they would not otherwise be able to do. Your use of
your God-given talent and time are similarly needed.
The Lord bless you for your generosity. With assurance of
prayer and blessing, I remain,
Sincerely yours in Christ,
(Most Rev.) John M. Kudrick
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