Caring for The Needs of Others
Stewardship is caring for the needs of others, offering one’s self to God as He offered Himself to us.
Stewardship is what a person does after saying “I Believe…” as proof of that belief.
Since 1916, St John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church in Jacksonville has been a beacon that continues to get brighter as the light of our Lord shines through you, HIS people. We have a rich history that involved much labor, sacrifice and determination from generations past. We are, as they were, good stewards – realizing that anything and everything good we have or do is from the Lord. It is our responsibility as stewards of His immeasurable blessings, to return that goodness to the Lord through our good works towards each other, our community, our city, our country and on this earth.
What is a Steward?
A Steward is someone who handles the affairs for someone else. In ancient kingdoms, Stewards ran the kingdom in the King’s absence. Of course, the Steward did not own the kingdom but joyfully fulfilled their duties while the same acknowledging that the King has full dominion. Upon the King’s return, the Steward gave a full account for his actions.
Orthodox Christian Stewardship is a way of life, which acknowledges accountability, reverence, and responsibility before God.
A primary goal of Stewardship is to promote spiritual growth and strengthen faith.
Becoming a Steward begins when we believe in God, to whom we give our love, loyalty and trust and act on those beliefs. As Stewards, we affirm that every aspect of our lives comes as a gift from Him.
It is also our active commitment to use all our time, talent and treasure for the benefit of humankind in grateful acknowledgement of Christ’s redeeming love. Our care for the needs of others, offering one’s self to God as He offered Himself to us, what a person does after saying “I believe…” as proof of that belief.