How can I improve my faith and spiritual life as a Catholic? Setting aside personal time and attention to personal spiritual growth is the answer. Below are some suggestions for a Steward’s Personal Growth in Faith:

• Pray for the intentions of the Holy Father.
• Pray with your family.
• Spend 15 minutes a day in prayer.
• Refrain from gossip.
• Read the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
• Go to confession once a month.
• Attend a weekday Mass.
• Spend one hour a week in adoration.
• Pray for the intentions of Pope Francis.
• Join a parish prayer group.
• Read the Bible for 25 minutes a week.
• Read the book “Rediscover Catholicism” by Matthew Kelly.
• Schedule a spiritual retreat.
• Refrain from complaining.
• Visit someone who lives alone or is homebound.
• Share a meal with your family.
• Practice hospitality by greeting others at Mass.
• Discuss the Catholic faith with your children and parents.
• Unplug from all social media for a period each day.
• Answer this question: What more can I do to reach the deeper, more personal level of discipleship?