May 2010 : Honor The Spirit Of Work

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HONOR THE SPIRIT OF WORK
Decide to work in orderliness, peace, moderation and patience without shrinking from weariness and difficulties. Work with a pure intention and with detachment from self. Conscientiously put the call of duty above your own inclinations. Work with gratitude and joy. Consider it an honor to use and develop your talents… for they are gifts that you have received from God. When looking for a job, a new career, or buying and selling a house, call upon Saint Joseph to support you in this quest.

Saint Joseph

Accomplished carpenter. Loving husband. Devoted father of Jesus. Although his humble means of work didn’t make him a wealthy man, St. Joseph was incredibly prosperous. By the work of his hands, St. Joseph used skill to support his Holy Family. Working dutifully and honestly to sustain the gifts that were bestowed upon him, Joseph opened himself fully to God. Because of his quiet faith and courage – his dedication to all that God wanted of him – St. Joseph is named the Patron Saint of Workers and Real Estate.

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