David Lugo, SJ shares his vocation story, his highlights as a teacher in and out of the classroom, and his transition to being a student again. We reflect on the story of Philip and the Ethiopian from the Acts of the Apostles, who asks "How can I [understand what I am reading] unless someone instructs me?"

Andie Cisneros of the Providence Alliance for Catholic Teachers guides our reflection on the Greatest Commandment; we discuss what it means to love your neighbor as you love yourself.  We talk about Andie’s time as an ACE teacher in the Rio Grande Valley, self care vs. self comfort, and her favorite nugget from Doc Doyle (“Don’t let the perfect be the enemy of the good.”) The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Geoffrey Mooney, CSC explains how ACE led him to become a runner and helped him discern a vocation with the Congregation of Holy Cross.  Elizabeth forgets that multiple ox are called oxen, and Joe reflects on his own burdens and weariness at this point in the school year. The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Kicking off the first episode of season 2, Brendan Ryan (ACE 15) joins us from the Chicago ACE Advocates.  We reflect on the encounter between Jesus and the Rich Young Man, and talk about Brendan’s days as a janitor, a bus driver, a baseball coach, and an assistant at a funeral home. The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Dan Faas, principal of St. Charles Borromeo School in Harlem, NY, is the guest on this episode. He shares stories about his transition from the classroom to Catholic School leadership, reflects on self care in ministry, and explains why he would rather forget his lunch than his coffee. The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Dallas, Dr. Matt Vereecke (ACE 11), reflects on the Gospel story of the paralyzed man.  Along the way we also talk about Matt's favorite students, the book he never wrote, and what's happening in the Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Dallas.  Matt gives reasons for his hope in Catholic Schools and encouragement to teachers.  The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Joe and Elizabeth catch up with Meg Hunter-Kilmer: Speaker, Blogger, and Hobo for Christ - visit http://www.piercedhands.com/.  Meg reflects on the story of the Woman at the Well and tells some incredible stories of "hipster" saints for teachers.  Stay tuned to the end for a throw-back bonus track of Joe's and Meg's Log Chapel Band, circa 2006. The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Joe and Elizabeth talk with Colleen Santoni, an alum of the ACE 3 cohort and Assistant Principal at St. Patrick Catholic School in Dallas, Texas.  They talk about Catholic Identity, raising children, growth mindset, and Hebrews 11:1 - "Faith is the realization of what is hoped for, and evidence of things not seen." Find more information about Dr. Carol Dweck's book MindSet at http://www.mindsetonline.com and Clifton StrengthsFinders at http://www.gallupstrengthcenter.com . The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Joe and Elizabeth talk with Beth Burau, an alum of the ACE 7 cohort, and now a teacher at Bishop Lynch Catholic High School in Dallas. As Holy Week begins, they reflect on doing vs. being with the Gospel of Martha and Mary, as well as share recent experiences of grieving loss as a Catholic school community. The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.

Alec Torigian, a graduate and former staff member of the Alliance for Catholic Education and a teacher at Chicago's Academy of St. Benedict the African. Together we reflect on the parable of the Good Samaritan and cover actuaries, accountability, and Alec’s cross-country RV trip. The views expressed in this podcast belong to the persons involved in today's conversation, and are not a reflection of the Alliance for Catholic Education or the University with which these persons are affiliated.