Today’s episode explores the fifth theme of Catholic Social Teaching as laid out by the US Bishops. I am discussing both topics, Dignity of Work and Workers Rights, together in this episode. Above all else, I desire for my children to learn that work has dignity–and this applies to all work: jobs, chores around the […]

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June 28, 2023

J1ST 131: Dignity of Work and Worker’s Rights

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According to a recent study, up to 3 Million Americans are currently homeless. The US Bishops refer to this as a tragedy, which we are all asked to help remedy. Afterall, as JPII said, a home is not just a roof and four walls. A home is where life takes place, and each human person […]

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June 26, 2023

J1ST 130: Care for those who are Homeless

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The fourth theme of Catholic Social Teaching asks us to care also for those addicted to drugs. They too were created in the image and likeness of God and even drug addiction does not remove that dignity. This topic can be hard for many of us as we wrestle with feelings that drug addiction is […]

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June 21, 2023

J1ST 129: Care for those suffering with Drug Addiction

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Once again, we are called to love and care for our elders because all humans, no matter how old or infirmed they may be, are still children of God and because of this filled with a special God-given dignity. Caring for our elders is also part of the 4th commandment. Care for elders also touches […]

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June 19, 2023

J1ST 128: Care for Elders

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