In today's episode we discover how preparing the way for Jesus can mean speaking the truth when it is not always easy to do so. John the Baptist shows us that courage is a crucial aspect of following Jesus. We may not lose our heads but sharing the truth in a Catholic school can sometimes be a challenging assignment in these unusual times. Listen in and be encouraged in your vocation and in your powerful role in standing up for truth.

St. Martha often gets a bad reputation as the saint who was too busy working to stop and encounter the presence of Jesus. the truth is more complex. St. Martha actually exercised a crucial ministry in the earthly life of Jesus and made a huge contribution to his teaching and ability to reach people. In this episode we explore how Martha's unique gifts of hospitality and welcome are central to creating a vibrant Catholic school community and culture.

In today's episode I want to talk with you about the power of proclamation and why it matters in the life of a Catholic teacher. Among all the many precious and important aspects of your daily vocation, one of the most powerful is the way in which you can just simply proclaim the kingdom of God itself.  Jesus public ministry began with a 'proclamation' that God's kingdom had arrived. The good news is that you also share in that same mission!

In today's episode we cover three main topics. First we share a great quote from Caryll Houselander. Then I want to explore with you how a basic principle of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy can make your life as a Catholic teacher more functional and finally I discuss how the foundations of Ignatian Spirituality can help all of us to flourish as Catholic teachers. There is something for everyone in this episode.

The complexity of modern Catholic schools can make it easy to overlook the central aspects of our vocation and mission. As the world seems to convulse with so many political and cultural issues it can be easy to forget that our task is to 'remember' God to a world that seems to have amnesia. In today's episode I discuss a powerful insight from professor Robert George of Princeton, a great quote from Cardinal Sarah and remind you that you need to drink more water.

These days many teachers can find it difficult to know what the Catholic Church actually teaches on key issues and then how to present that teaching to young people in a compelling way. Many teachers feel it is not their job to provide too much direct moral or religious instruction. In this episode it's time to talk about the courage to speak into young people's lives at a key moment on their journey of spiritual and personal development.

The complexity of modern education means so many Catholic teachers are constantly up-skilling. This is a good thing but sadly the area of deep and consistent faith formation is often overlooked. In this episode I offer some encouragement as to why faith formation for Catholic teachers is so important. A simple daily habit of formation can begin to make a big difference in both our personal spiritual journey and our impact as educators and evangelists.

Imagine a Catholic school without Catholic teachers. You might have desks and books and screens and students but if you take out the teachers there is no Catholic school. At the very heart of what defines a Catholic school is the unique lived witness of the teachers whom Jesus has placed in that unique environment. Listen is as I provide some encouragement about how teachers make all the difference.

In today's episode I share another great quote from Pope John Paul ii's great document on Catholic education called Catechesi Tradendae. He shares with us the truth that students have a right to learn the fullness of the Catholic faith even if our post-modern world is not too excited about doing so. Listen in as I provide some encouragement for all those teachers who have ever wondered if they are allowed to teach what the Church really teaches.

These days there are so many theories and methods that promise teachers a transformed classroom or a better experience of personal well-being or work/life balance. Some of these have merit but often they leave teachers stuck in the same old patterns. In today's episode I want to share with you some insights about Sacred Scripture can truly transform your experience of the education vocation and allow God to unleash your deepest gifts.