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Stewardship and Development

Stewardship and Development

Our Mission
We are here to help Catholics in the Diocese of Laredo grow in their faith and live as disciples and stewards of the Church. Our goal is to help you embrace God’s gifts, use them responsibly, share them with love, and return them to the Lord with gratitude. This way of life, known as stewardship, is about being part of Christ’s mission on Earth.

What We Do

The Office of Stewardship and Development is dedicated to advancing our mission by:

What is Stewardship?
Stewardship means using God’s gifts of time, talent, and treasure to serve others. It’s more than just giving; it’s a way of life that helps us grow closer to God and fulfill His plan for us.

Stewards of God’s Gifts
As stewards, we are called to care for the world God created, serve one another, and contribute to the work of the Church. This includes protecting the environment, respecting all human life, and working to improve the world around us. Work is a way we partner with God in creation.

A Call to Each of Us
Everyone has a personal vocation, whether as a parent, parishioner, or volunteer. Stewardship is part of that vocation, and we are all called to serve God in our unique roles. Whether you’re helping your parish or supporting diocesan programs, your contribution is vital to building the Kingdom of God.

Facing Challenges
In today’s world, it’s easy to focus on ourselves and forget about our responsibilities as stewards. But by living out the true meaning of stewardship, we grow closer to Christ and build a stronger community of faith.

Living as Stewards
Stewardship is a challenging but joyful way of life. Just like Jesus and Mary, we are called to respond generously to God’s call. When we live as stewards, we find true fulfillment and grow in our faith.

Our Commitment to You
We are deeply committed to using your generous contributions to further the mission of Christ through the work of the Diocese of Laredo. As stewards of God’s gifts, we understand the importance of accountability. You can have complete confidence that your donations will be:

  • Used responsibly and prudently for the purposes they were given
  • Supporting the mission of Christ and advancing the work of the Diocese of Laredo
  • Managed by an organization that takes its fiscal responsibilities seriously
  • Acknowledged and handled with the utmost care, confidentiality, and respect, according to your preferences

We also guarantee that the Diocese of Laredo will never share your personal or financial information with other organizations or vendors. Your privacy and trust are our highest priority.

Contact Information

Meet The Director

 

Dear Esteemed Parishioners,

Please help us give Nicole Marie Romanos a warm welcome. It is with great joy that we introduce her as the new Director for Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of Laredo after a long awaited search. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Bishop Tamayo for his trust and support towards Nicole as she continues to settle into this important role.

Nicole’s background is rooted in Public Relations, Communication, and Marketing. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a minor in Writing and Rhetoric, as well as a Master of Arts in Communication with a concentration in Transnational Settings. Her diverse experience equips her with the skills necessary to effectively communicate the Diocese’s mission and foster meaningful connections within our community.

In addition to her academic achievements, Nicole has a wealth of experience in government relations, non-profit work, and strategic planning. She feels a strong calling to this position, having been a faithful Catholic all her life. Approximately five years ago, she experienced a deeper awakening of her faith, which now inspires her to serve our Diocese with greater dedication and passion.

As a proud parent of a son in Catholic education, who currently attends St. Augustine High School, (Our only Catholic High School in Laredo!) Nicole understands the value of our faith-based community and is dedicated to fostering its growth. Go, Knights, Go!

Nicole’s role in the Stewardship and Development department is vital to supporting the Diocese’s mission through communication, community engagement, and resource allocation. She directly oversees the Catholic Sharing Appeal and oversees the grant process for our beloved Diocese.

As we embark on this journey together, Nicole emphasizes the importance of supporting the Catholic Sharing Appeal and highlights the need to secure new grants while maintaining our current ones. She is dedicated to building and nurturing relationships with esteemed trustees and board members who share our mission of bringing Jesus to the world, as well as fostering new connections.

Having witnessed firsthand the critical needs of our missions, she understands the positive impact we can make through our collective efforts. If anyone has leads, connections, or information they would like to share to help bring more gifts and treasure to our Diocese’s mission, please reach out to her at nromanos@dioceseoflaredo.org.

With that said Nicole is very happy with the staff she has acquired and looks forward to working alongside them to further our mission. Her dedicated team is here to assist you with any inquiries regarding the Catholic Sharing Appeal or any grants under the diocese’s umbrella. For inquiries related to the CSA, please contact the Development Services Coordinator Mrs. Angie Lucero; For grant-related inquiries, please connect with Gloria Vasquez, Development Projects Coordinator. Nicole extends her heartfelt gratitude to all who have already contributed to the department’s mission. Your gifts of time, treasure, and service are bringing more souls to Christ, and for that, Bishop Tamayo, the whole Diocese team and Nicole thank you.

Nicole looks forward to working alongside each of you to strengthen our community and deepen our commitment to our faith!

Have you donated to our Catholic Sharing Appeal?

Please do so today!

https://www.dioceseoflaredo.org/csa

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