Various aspects of stewardship

Monday night, and I'm reviewing the week past and looking forward to the week in front of me. The week behind me was chock-o-block full and the week ahead will find me two-blocked with a multitude of commitments.

A high point from the week past, however, was the Rite-13 liturgy. Sure, it's simple, and maybe it didn't mean much to you. For me, however, it was another visible reminder of stewardship at Trinity.

We have been blessed with youth; Mary and Madison exemplify our youth, and our future. To recognize them publicly, to acknowledge their coming of age, to support them now and in the years ahead -- all this is important.

Stewardship is caring for that which has been entrusted to us. We think, usually, of treasure, and time, and talent... and, perhaps, we usually think of stewardship in terms of "giving money to the church." But, it's more than that. And the Rite 13 liturgy is another demonstration of stewardship here at Trinity.

As you consider your role with stewardship here, please think about what strikes you: what have we been given that we are responsible for caring?