Time	Talent	Treasure	Scriptural Basis

Prince of Peace is a sacrificial giving community. 

Through the generosity of our members, giving their time, their talents, and their treasure, though we comprise less than 5% of the total population we have a significant impact in the community. The evidence of our stewardship commitment shows in the many active ministries of Prince of Peace members.

 It begins internally with active support of the parish facilities and programs, including the construction of a new church building beginning in Summer of 2001. 

That stewardship commitment extends to targeted programs for preschoolers in our Child Development Center, students in our religious education program and youth programs. It provides support for families and activities for our seniors as well as prayer and reflection by all.

Our stewardship provides counseling services for those in need. It also extends well beyond our parish boundaries with numerous outreach activities including staffing a volunteer soup kitchen, tutoring recent immigrants in English and life skills, constructing homes for Habitat for Humanity, and providing for those in need through the St. Vincent de Paul Society. 

Each week the Price of Peace community extends the impact of its stewardship efforts by contributing a full tithe of 10% of the Sunday offertory to outside charitable organizations. Since November of 1998, when we began this practice, we have given more than $100,000 to the needy. Our Outreach Committee meets regularly to evaluate written requests and recommendations from parishioners and from around the world to insure that these donations are consistent with the ideals and objectives of the parish community.

Why do we give?

We give because so much has been given to us. To do anything less is to shortchange ourselves and the God who loves us. We return in thanksgiving with time, talent and treasure.

How do we give? 

All of our active parishioners give by their participation in our communal prayer life. The sharing of our time in service to others, and in using our talents to build up the kingdom is all part of stewardship. It does not mean simply giving to the parish. When we participate in any service to our society, we are putting the gospel into action. Whether it is volunteering at a soup kitchen, tutoring English, or visiting the elderly, that is stewardship. Caring for family members, private prayer, allowing time for yourself, are all part of balancing your time and talent for the good of all.

What do I give?  

The practice of tithing is rooted in the Old Testament and was reinforced by the teaching of Jesus and the example of the early Christians. In every case, when those early people received, they gave back the first ten percent. Whether it was in land, produce, or animal life, part was shared with the poor, part used for religious celebration, and the rest reserved for personal use.

Tithing calls for a definite decision to respond as a good steward. It becomes a way of life and ten percent giving is the ultimate. This means a gift of time, talent and treasure.

Stewardship Links

Time	Scriptural References
Talent	Diocesan Office of Stewardship
Treasure	National Bishops Conference