ISB ~ Luke 10 v7

deserves his wages:Ministers of the gospel should be supported by the believing community. This allows them to pursue apostolic work with undivided attention (1 Cor 9:14; 1 Tim 5:18).

• According to Catholic tradition and Canon Law (222 § 1), Christians are obligated to contribute to the Church from their earnings. These offerings help to support the clergy, provide for the necessities of liturgical worship, and equip the Church to minister to the needy (CCC 2043, 2122).