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 →
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 →
Humans are the Only Animals on Earth That Are Homeless
Humans are the Only Animals on Earth That Are Homeless Understanding the Teachings of Jesus through the lens of Joseph Cardijn, Thomas Merton, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer The Paradox of Human Homelessness I want to begin with a striking observation that may seem simple, yet carries profound theological weight: humans are the only animals on earth... Continue Reading →
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