Dignity of Work
To appreciate the dignity of work in God's creation.
"...they live by the labor of their hands." R.B. 48
"...each will hasten to arrive at the Work of God" R.B. 22.6
"Idleness is the enemy of the soul." R.B. 48.1
Videos
Dorothy Day, Benedictine Roots behind her Life's Work
by Jeff Korgen
Benedictine Wisdom in the Classroom and Beyond
by Fr. Rene McGraw
It's All God's Work by Sr. Mara Faulkner
Vocation, Not just Employment by Fr. Jonathan Licari
From Ancient Fire to a Humane Future by Richard Bresnahan
Vision and Values: A Design History of Saint John's by Br. Robin Pierzina
The Nature of Saint John's by Larry Haef & Jenny Kutter
Design of the Abbey Church by Br. David Paul Lange
Book Repair with Br. Andrew Goltz
Texts
Benedictine Bits: Dignity of Work
Let Your Life Speak by Parker Palmer (available in Quad 241 & Alcuin Library)
Spirituality for Everyday Living by Brian Taylor, Ch. 2 (available in Quad 241 & Alcuin Library)
St. Benedict's Guide to Improving Your Work Life: Workplace as Worthplace by Michael Rock (available in Quad 241 & Clemens Library)
Benedictine Living: Reflections for Prayer and Meditation, Ch. 7 by Kate Ritger (available in Quad 241 & Clemens Library)
The Rule of Benedict: A Spirituality for the 21st Century by Joan Chittister, Ch. 48 (available in Quad 241 & Alcuin Library)
Reflections/Exercises
St. Benedict's Toolbox by Jane Tomaine, page 196-207
- Tool #1: Ways to Bring Prayer and God's Presence Into Your Work
- Tool #2: Exploring My Work
- Tool #3: God in My Work
- Tool #4: Banishing Work Doldrums
- Tool #5: Is My Life in Balance?