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Compass Catholic Ministries To inspire individuals and families to unite their Catholic faith with their finances.

The holidays are still weeks away—and that is exactly why now is a good time to prepare.List the expenses that usually s...
10/10/2026

The holidays are still weeks away—and that is exactly why now is a good time to prepare.

List the expenses that usually show up: gifts, travel, gatherings, food, family commitments, and giving.

Then ask:
How much can I realistically cover without creating new debt?

Divide that amount by the paychecks or weeks you have left and begin setting it aside.

Planning cannot remove every surprise. But it can keep January from paying for December.

More than 73% of people contacting the National Problem Gambling Helpline in 2025 reported financial struggles as a reas...
10/06/2026

More than 73% of people contacting the National Problem Gambling Helpline in 2025 reported financial struggles as a reason for reaching out.

That does not mean every person who places a sports bet has a gambling problem.

It does mean this is a financial conversation worth having.

Before the next wager, ask:
What was this money already meant to do?
Would losing it change my ability to cover a need?
Am I choosing freely—or trying to recover what I already lost?

Stewardship includes protecting the purpose of the money already entrusted to us.

Source: National Council on Problem Gambling, 2025 Annual Report.

When you are carrying several debts, it can feel like none of them are moving.One simple strategy is to focus on the sma...
10/05/2026

When you are carrying several debts, it can feel like none of them are moving.

One simple strategy is to focus on the smallest balance while continuing minimum payments on the rest.

When that first debt is gone, roll its payment into the next one.

The goal is not only mathematical. Every payoff frees cash flow and creates momentum.

Start by putting the full list in front of you and choosing the order.

One debt. One win. One step at a time.

There is something beautiful about seeing people in different countries, languages, and cultures gathered around the sam...
09/26/2026

There is something beautiful about seeing people in different countries, languages, and cultures gathered around the same mission:

to become faithful stewards of what God has entrusted to us;
to learn together;
to accompany one another;
to help more families walk toward financial and spiritual freedom.

We may not live in the same place, but we serve the same Lord.

Thank you to every facilitator, participant, volunteer, and community making this mission possible.

Where are you joining us from?

Debt costs more than interest.It can also cost options.When part of next month’s income is already committed, it may be ...
09/23/2026

Debt costs more than interest.

It can also cost options.

When part of next month’s income is already committed, it may be harder to save, respond to an emergency, give generously, or say yes to a new opportunity.

That is why debt freedom is not simply a number. It is about recovering the ability to make decisions with greater freedom.

If you are carrying debt today, begin with clarity—not shame.

Write down:
• every debt;
• the balance;
• the minimum payment;
• the interest rate, if you know it.

You do not have to fix everything today. You can begin by seeing the whole picture.

Today the Church celebrates St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist.Jesus found Matthew sitting at the customs post. He did ...
09/21/2026

Today the Church celebrates St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist.

Jesus found Matthew sitting at the customs post. He did not wait for Matthew’s story to become perfect. He called him right there: “Follow me.”

Matthew reminds us that our past—including our financial choices—does not have the final word.

Christ can transform the way we work, the way we use what we have, and the way we respond to our vocation.

St. Matthew, pray for us.

Budgeting does not have to be complicated.Notebook, spreadsheet, app—the best tool is the one you can use consistently.A...
09/15/2026

Budgeting does not have to be complicated.

Notebook, spreadsheet, app—the best tool is the one you can use consistently.

A useful budget helps you answer four questions:
1. What is coming in?
2. Where is it going?
3. What expenses are coming next?
4. What decisions should be made before the money is spent?

If you do not have a system yet, start with one week. Track every expense for seven days. Do not judge it—just learn from it.

What budgeting method works best for you?

Would your loved ones know where to find the information they need if something unexpected happened to you?One of the mo...
09/10/2026

Would your loved ones know where to find the information they need if something unexpected happened to you?

One of the most meaningful gifts you can give your family is clear, organized, and up-to-date information.

Join us for the ONLINE Set Your House in Order Bible Study — Fall 2026. This practical study will guide you through organizing important details such as:

✅ Health care directives
✅ Power of attorney documents
✅ Passwords and key contacts
✅ Financial advisors
✅ Assets and debts
✅ Wills and insurance information

Preparing this information is not about expecting the worst. It is an act of responsible stewardship that can bring clarity, peace of mind, and loving support to the people who matter most.

📅 Thursdays, September 10–October 22, 2026
⏰ 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET
💻 Online via Zoom

Don’t wait for a crisis to begin organizing what your family may one day need. Register today:

👉 https://compasscatholic.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=465&

What if the way you manage money could also help you grow in faith?Join us for the ONLINE Faith & Money Matters Bible St...
09/09/2026

What if the way you manage money could also help you grow in faith?

Join us for the ONLINE Faith & Money Matters Bible Study — Fall I 2026, an eight-week journey that explores personal finances from an authentically Catholic perspective.

Together, you will learn how to:

✅ Create a practical spending plan
✅ Break free from overwhelming debt
✅ Practice financial integrity
✅ Save and invest for long-term financial well-being
✅ Develop a generosity plan rooted in faith

More importantly, you will discover how faithful financial discipleship can transform your life.

📅 Thursdays, September 10–October 29, 2026
⏰ 7:00–9:00 p.m. ET
💻 Online via Zoom
📘 Cost: Only the workbook

This study is not only for people facing debt. It is for anyone who wants to manage money in a way that strengthens—rather than distracts from—their relationship with God.

Space is limited. Register today:

👉 https://compasscatholic.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=460&

Sports betting has become part of the background of American sports culture—but the scale is worth noticing.In 2025, leg...
09/09/2026

Sports betting has become part of the background of American sports culture—but the scale is worth noticing.

In 2025, legal U.S. sportsbooks accepted $166.94 billion in wagers. At the same time, the National Problem Gambling Helpline reported a growing share of contacts involving online and app-based gambling, and more than 73% of contacts cited financial struggles as a reason for reaching out.

This is not about judging everyone who places a bet. It is about asking better stewardship questions:

What was this money already meant to do?
Could losing it affect my family’s needs?
Am I trying to win back a previous loss?
Is this still entertainment—or is it starting to control my decisions?

Awareness protects freedom.

Sources: American Gaming Association; National Council on Problem Gambling.

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10040 W. Cheyenne Avenue P. O. Box #170/153
Las Vegas, NV
89129

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