Morning Briefings

In many instances, our calling comes once we are removed from everyday routine–when we have the opportunity to listen to what authentically moves us inside.

– Richard J. Leider and David A. Shapiro
Whistle While You Work: Heeding Your Life’s Calling

The work of Beethoven and the work of a charwoman become spiritual on precisely the same condition, that of being offered to God. This does not, of course, mean that it is for anyone a mere toss-up whether he should sweep floors or compose symphonies. We are members of one body, but different members, each with his own vocation.

– C.S. Lewis
The Weight of Glory

Memorial Day is gone and Labor Day beckons. Sometime in between, many of us are likely to find ourselves at an oft-dreaded workplace event: the company picnic. That determinedly casual atmosphere is the largest snake hiding under the office picnic table. The goal is to be noticed in a positive light. You don’t want to be the subject of gossip at the water cooler Monday morning.

– JoAnn Greco
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