Books for Reference
In addition to the pastoral letter “Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response,” the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, there are other good stewardship-related books to read:
- A Grateful Response to God’s Abundant Gifts – Fr. Jarrod Lies
- Be a Man! Becoming the Man God Created You to Be – Fr. Larry Richards
- Best Practices in Parish Stewardship – Charles Zech
- Blessings for Leaders – Dan Ebener
- Clear and Simple: How to Have Conversations That Lead to Conversion – Andre Regnier
- Coming Down the Mountain – Thomas Hart
- Complete Guide to Money – Dave Ramsey
- Divine Renovation – Fr. James Mallon
- Embracing a Generous Life – Bishop Robert Morneau (Diocese of Green Bay, WI)
- Everybody Always – Bob Goff
- Everyday Stewardship: Reflections for the Journey – Tracy Earl Welliver
- Forming Intentional Disciples – Sherry Weddell
- Growing an Engaged Church – Albert Winseman
- His Angels at Our Side – Fr. John Hogan
- How to Read the Apocalypse – Jean Pierre Prévost
- If You Want to Walk on Water You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat – John Ortberg
- Life’s Greatest Lesson – Allen Hunt
- Little Burgundy Books: Stewardship Reflections on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke – Little Burgundy Books
- Living as Missionary Disciples – USCCB
- Making Missionary Disciples – Curtis Martin
- Making Stewardship a Way of Life – Fr. Andrew Kemberling and Mila Glodava
- Not Your Parents’ Offering Plate – J. Clif Christopher
- Nudging Conversions: A Practical Guide to Bringing Those You Love Back to the Church – Carrie Gress
- On Fire – John O’Leary
- Rebuilt – Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran
- Render Unto Caesar: Serving the Nation by Living Our Catholic Beliefs in Political Life – Archbishop Charles Chaput (Archdiocese of Philadelphia, PA)
- Resisting Happiness – Matthew Kelly
- Rich Church, Poor Church – J. Clif Christopher
- Seven Steps to Becoming Financially Free – Phil Lenahan
- Signs of Life – Scott Hahn
- Strangers in a Strange Land: Living the Catholic Faith in a Post-Christian World – Archbishop Charles Chaput (Archdiocese of Philadelphia, PA)
- The Better Pastor – Patrick Lencioni
- The Biggest Lie in the History of Christianity – Matthew Kelly
- The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide For Everyday Living – Fr. Timothy Gallagher
- The First Society – Dr. Scott Hahn
- The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic – Matthew Kelly
- The Joy of the Gospel – Pope Francis
- The Lamb’s Supper – Scott Hahn
- The Parish as a School of Prayer – Fr. Scott Traynor
- The Servant Leader – Ken Blanchard & Phil Hodges
- Theology for Beginners – Frank Sheed
- Three Moments of the Day – Fr. Chris Collins, S.J.
- Tools for Rebuilding – Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran
- Transforming Parish Communications – Scot Landry
- Virtuous Leadership – Alexandre Havard
- Why I Am Catholic (and You Should Be Too) – Brandon Vogt
- Why I Love Being Catholic – Matthew Kelly
In addition to the pastoral letter “Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response,” the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, here are some other good stewardship-related books to read:
- American Church – Russell Shaw
- Barstool Theology – Trever Gundlach
- Becoming a Parish of Intentional Disciples – Sherry Weddell
- Benedictus A Book of Blessings – John O’Donohue
- Devine Renovation – Fr. James Mallow
- Eat, Sleep, Innovate – How to Make Creativity an Everyday Habit – ScottAnthony
- From Christendom to Apostolic Mission – University of Mary
- Fruitful Discipleship – Sherry Weddell
- It’s Not Your Money – Joseph Galloway
- Lives of the Saints – Fr. Alban Butler
- Made for Mission: Renewing Your Parish Culture – Tim Glemkowski
- Rediscover the Saints – Matthew Kelly
- Stewardship Success – Eric & Lisa McArdle
- The Five Signs of a Dysfunctional Team – Patrick Lencioni
- The Ideal Team Player – Patrick Lencioni