By David Whitmarsh Work is a necessity, and it can often be burdensome, but work is not a necessary burden. Work is a vocation. There are three vocations in the Christian life. We all share the universal vocation of coming to know God as our Father and to evangelize the
So, you’ve been applying to job after job, with little or no success. You’re frustrated because you can’t seem to land that interview. Every job you’ve applied for either never gets back to you or does not continue past the initial phone screening. By now, you’
By David Whitmarsh Have you ever wondered what Adam and Eve were doing in the Garden, before the fall? My favorite answer is ‘tending the Garden’! Work in The Garden Genesis walks us quite beautifully through their days in the Garden. God, who spent all of time before man, creating
Writing is an oft-pursued endeavor, but seldom mastered craft. Being able to effectively communicate your thoughts has many challenges, from being too busy to write to drawing mental blanks when you finally find the time. There are many general tips, though, that can help overcome these hurdles. Just ask
By Andrew Perez Young adults are leaving the Sacraments in exchange for community and real bonds. A recent study by The Pew Forum on Religion & Public Life shows 79% of Catholics leave the Church by age twenty-three. This is alarming considering we are at war every day with
In a world that sometimes seems upside down, and fake beauty, goodness and even joy are pushed, it is good to discover (or rediscover) who is the source of true beauty, true goodness, and true joy. When our society is on trial, we need to know how to answer the
St. John Vianney, the patron saint of parish priests, grew up during a tumultuous time similar to our times now. He grew up during an era marked by the French Revolution, which disrupted the practice of Catholicism in France. As we reflect on his feast day and approaching the end
Being a leader is a quality that everyone can appreciate. We all recognize a good leader when we see one - and we admire them. A leader in business is someone who can stay focused, motivate others, and handle conflicts effectively. Succinctly, as The Catholic Gentleman puts it: “A business leader
How might we continue our personal spiritual growth and continue evangelizing others? By living a life that reflects the love, joy, hope, and peace of Christ, you can inspire others to become more curious and explore their own relationship with God. Here are a few ways to live out your
Why is it we readily recall Jesus’ words to Martha in St. Luke’s Gospel, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and worried about many things. There is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her.” (Luke 10:41-42)
By Will Wright The clergy are called by God to sanctify the People of God. The People of God, namely the laity, are called by God to sanctify the temporal order. The temporal order is the social, cultural, intellectual, political, and economic life in which people participate. This covers the
In business, there is a term called ‘Return on Investment’, or ROI, used to determine what sort of benefit you receive from the amount of money or time you put into something. In digital marketing, the number of conversions that lead to purchases (i.e. profit) would be a good
By Estyn Elan “Having difficulty acknowledging praise, anxiety, depression, burn-out and an inability to enjoy the success they have earned." These are the findings from current research by the Behavioral Sciences Journal on the presence of imposter syndrome in the lives of professionals. The issue with imposter syndrome
Every Day is a New Day: A Story of Faith by Jenny Teeters is a powerful testament to the transformative power of faith and honesty in overcoming life's most challenging struggles. This compelling book serves as a beacon of hope for those grappling with addictions, compulsions, and unhealthy
The Eucharist is the source and summit of Christian life. Valuing the Eucharist in the workplace can offer profound insights and practices that can transform our daily life. Here are some tips on how we can integrate the theme of Eucharistic Revival into our day-to-day work: 1. Spirit
This year’s The Hour of the Laity Conference (THL2024): Lumen Gentium (November 7-9th at Christ Cathedral, Orange County, CA) will build upon the success of last year’s conference. It expands upon how the laity, as members of Christ’s body, His Church, have a role in being
