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