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Students of Good Shepherd Academy in Nutley recognized Stewards of the Month
Jarrielle Cabalfin and Dylan Dowling are 8th grade students at GSA and were recognized Stewards of the Month at Holy Family in Nutley.
Jarrielle and Dylan are are also members of the GSA Junior Stewardship Council.
How and/or where did you learn about Stewardship, the giving of your Time, Talent and Treasure and taking care of God’s things?
Jarrielle: It was around 3rd grade when the priest gave a homily during a Lenten school mass. During that homily I learned the meaning of Stewardship and what it is to be a Steward and it has stuck with me ever since.
Dylan: In school when Mrs. Maddaloni came to talk to us about the Junior Stewards and Mrs. Maddaloni stopped me after a HAS meeting and asked me to join.
Do you remember when you first started giving of your Time, Talent and Treasure whether it is to the school, church or community as part of taking care of God’s things?
Jarrielle: My Stewardship really began to bloom when I joined the Junior Stewards last year. When me and the other Stewards started to help the parish and do volunteer work I realized that this is what I liked and wanted to give 100% to.
Dylan: Yes, 3 years ago at St. John Kanty for Fish and Chips, the picnic, Altar Serving, Vacation Bible School and anything else or way I am able to devote my time, talent and treasure to the church.
What advice would you recommend to the students of GSA on how they can be more involved in giving of their Time, Talent and Treasure?
Jarrielle: I would recommend that they start with the little things first like volunteering at a local animal shelter or soup kitchen. It really helps them a lot and it helps you to be more involved and closer to God.
Dylan: Get involved in church projects such as Christmas Caroling (talent), volunteer at church activities such as the carnival (time) and treasure by donating to the church.
What does Stewardship mean to you personally as part of your spiritual growth and relationship with God?
Jarrielle: For me I see God in every person. Everyone is a beautiful creation of God and should be treated with equal love and respect. Being a Steward and taking care of God’s creations allowed me to love Him more and grow closer to him.
Dylan: It means that you are truly devoted to giving your Time, Talent and Treasure to the Lord everywhere.
