Spiritual Values At Work

How does being a disciple of Jesus shape your values at work?  When we expect to meet God in the workplace, we must also remember that others could have an experience of God through their interactions with us. Consider how your values influence your choices and behaviors at work.

 

•  How honest are you at work? Is there something you need to be more honest about in your workplace?
• How do you react when things do not go your way? Can you work towards recognizing the reality of  imperfection in the world, as well as the possibility of grace?
• Do you have an attitude of gratitude? Is there someone you can thank at work each day for their efforts?
• Can you see each person at work as being created in the image of God and worthy of love? How does that change how you speak with them?
• How well do you balance your work with the other aspects of your life, including time for rest and recreation? Does that speak to your priorities?

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disciple

Those who follow Christ are called to not only keep their own faith and live it, but to invite others to know and love our Lord (Lumen Gentium, papra. 42). Discipleship is never just about our own faith life, but also about spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ. (Back to section)

 

grace

Grace is a participation in the life of God (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1997).It is a free gift offered by God which invites us into the communion of the Trinity, and which helps us to say “yes” to becoming children of God. (Back to section)

 

gratitude

Everything that has been given to us is a gift from God, which then calls each of us to respond.  The more which has been given to a disciple, the greater the responsibility for response.  Gifts can include intellectual abilities, a strong family life, access to healthy food and clean water, financial stability, capacity to accept and understand change, etc. What gifts have you been given? (Back to section)

 

the image of God

As the only creatures made in the image of God (Genesis 1:26), each human being has a value and dignity that comes from God and is not dependent on any of our choices or actions.  God’s unconditional love for each of us challenges us to treat each other with love and respect, even when it doesn’t seem like someone “deserves” it. (Back to section)

 

rest and recreation

Even God rested after six days of creation! A healthy balance in life, which sets time aside for rest and recreation, allows us the space to see God in new ways and energize our mission in the world.  Celebrating this together at the Eucharist is a special blessing for Catholics which helps us give witness to the love of God. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 2173 ~ 2185). (Back to section)