"In my past vocation
as a high-school English teacher, I helped students with their college
essays and applications. I loved this part of the job. It transported me
back to the time when I charted out my own course through life. It's a
terrifying and exhilarating moment, filled with limitless possibility. . . .
"Now, of course, what you do for a living isn't of ultimate concern. God can sanctify any form of work, he can sanctify us through our work, and he can enable us to sanctify others through our work. And if we end up doing something that is not our preference - such as cleaning fancy hotel rooms instead of staying in them while on glamorous business trips - our acceptance of our circumstances can be a great occasion for sanctification and closeness to God.
"Nonetheless, the decision of what to do with one's life is not trivial. . . ."
In a recent commentary, writer Peter Laffin
reflected on how our work forms us, strengthening our character, cultivating our integrity, and deepening our love and gratitude for all that we receive from the grace of God.
To access Mr. Laffin's complete essay, please visit:
National Catholic Register: Blogs: Peter Laffin: In Our Labor, We Participate in God's Plan for Creation (1 SEP 24))
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