Thomas Merton and the See-Judge-Act Method If you're looking for a practical way to engage with the tough issues we face today, the See-Judge-Act method might be just what you need. It's a framework rooted in Catholic social teaching, but really, it's about learning to look at the world more carefully, think more deeply, and... Continue Reading →
Seeing the World Anew: Jesus’ Apocalyptic Message Through the Eyes of Thomas Merton and Joseph Cardijn
Okay, so picture this: You’re one of the thousands of people who’ve been following Jesus around Judea. You make the journey to Jerusalem during what turns out to be the last few weeks of his life. This is actually where we are right now—at the end of our liturgical year. The gospel stories you have... Continue Reading →
A significant question is whether the world’s wealthiest firms will share their prosperity or continue with “superficial” commitments? By Julie Peller, Ph.D.
Green Junction In 2015, all 193 members of the United Nations adopted the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) titled Transforming our world: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. These included 17 measurable goals, 169 targets, and more that apply to all countries, regardless of wealth. Examples of the 17 goals include Zero Hunger, Clean... Continue Reading →
Understanding Immigration Through the Eyes of Thomas Merton and Joseph Cardijn
Understanding Immigration Through the Eyes of Thomas Merton and Joseph Cardijn I am writng this as a “Conversational Talk” for Adults Using the See–Judge–Act Method, that you can use in your own work and missional activity. Let’s begin with a simple prayer of openness: Lord, make us instruments of your peace. Where there is fear... Continue Reading →
Finding Our Way: Faith and Action in the Digital Age
Finding Our Way: Faith and Action in the Digital Age It’s Monday in the US. We have snow in the Midwest. Our first significant snowfall of the year. I want to talk with you today about two remarkable men of faith who never met, but whose wisdom speaks directly to the questions many of us... Continue Reading →
“Reclaiming Wisdom: Adult Religious Education as the Remedy for Our Times.”
This was also posted on the Cardijn Reflection blog page. “Reclaiming Wisdom: Adult Religious Education as the Remedy for Our Times” “The greatest evil of our times is the lack of adult education in matters pertaining to religion.” – Louis J. Putz CSC. Let us pause for a moment and reflect on these words by... Continue Reading →
From Factory Floors to Artificial Intelligence: Leading with Catholic Social Wisdom of Joseph Cardijn
First, I wrote this with “baby boomers” in mind. I want to honor the extraordinary journey we’ve all witnessed. We’ve seen the world transform from typewriters to tablets, from rotary phones to smartphones, from factory assembly lines to robots that can write poetry. But here’s what hasn’t changed: the fundamental questions about human dignity, work, community, and... Continue Reading →
Healthy lakes are critical for our economy: By Julie Peller Ph.D.
Green Junction Invasive carp (bighead and silver carp, also called Asian carp) are native to China but invasive in the United States. These fish were introduced to America in the 1970s, when fish farms in the southern part of the country used carp to clean aquaculture facilities because they are filter feeders. It is... Continue Reading →
Between Clicks and Contemplation: Reclaiming the Sacred in the Digital Age
Between Clicks and Contemplation: Reclaiming the Sacred in the Digital Age Before we begin, I want to ask you something. And I want you to be honest—at least with yourself. How many of you checked your phone in the last ten minutes? Yeah. Me too. Look, I'm not here to shame anyone. I'm not going... Continue Reading →
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