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Offer criticism with kindness and compassion in mind
You've probably heard the familiar: "We care about what you think."
A Lenten lesson to practice throughout life
On a recent trip out West, I once again became aware of one of St. John XXIII's reasons for initiating the Second Vatican Council: to encourage the Church to adjust to changing times.
Keeping talk and opinion polite on the Internet
The Internet is known for many things, but calm, thoughtful conversation of complex issues is not one of them. The distance between opinion and an insult aimed at a person is short.
Want to save tax dollars? Support nonpublic schools
The often repeated refrain about the increasing tax burden on New Jersey citizens sometimes fails to include one obvious solution: the continued vibrant existence of nonpublic schools in the state.
Want to save tax dollars? Support nonpublic schools
The often repeated refrain about the increasing tax burden on New Jersey citizens sometimes fails to include one obvious solution: the continued vibrant existence of nonpublic schools in the state.
Hearing the cry of the poor
Poverty is a complex issue, but it is not one of people simply being lazy, as we may often hear. Wage earners who are “downsized,” seniors who can’t afford critical medicine and families living on minimum wage are among those in poverty.
A classroom is the perfect place to start a culture of inclusion
When I was in high school, our district decided to move a number of students who had previously been solely in special education classrooms into classrooms with the rest of the student population.
Worlds are created and destroyed through the power of words
On a recent fast food run, my son brought home a bag of tacos and more than a few packages of spicy condiments. As I tore open a package I noticed the words: Sauce responsibly.
Keeping score and winning big: a '30 Under 30' honoree reflects
On Sunday night the email landed in Mike Foss’ inbox: He had been named to Forbes’ “30 Under 30,” the business magazine’s annual list of rising stars younger than 30.
No matter what you seek in life, keep Christ close
You've probably heard the phrase, "To thine own self be true," spoken by Polonius in one of William Shakespeare's works. These words have an important meaning in everyone's life. This saying means we should follow what our conscience tells us in order to be true to ourselves.
Leading from the center, not the top
It can be lonely at the top. The top can also be an out-of-touch, can-hardly-see-you, certainly-can't-hear-you perch that is usually accompanied by title and perks, but is largely ineffective as a power source or center of influence.
Remembering Cardinal George
We are never quite the same after experiencing endearing moments that touch us. The recent death of Cardinal Francis E. George, retired archbishop of Chicago, reminds me of cherished moments.
Giving yourself space and time to rest
Sometimes I sense that God is telling me to rest awhile. And I strongly suspect that sometimes that's what he's telling you.
A blessed life enriched in Catholic education
Lent 2015 presented me with a unique opportunity for more reflection and “think time” as I began cancer treatments and had to cut back on my ministry time as president of Trenton Catholic Academy. When asked to write an article for The Monitor, I was tempted to respond, “I’m just …
Using dialogue when a difficult situation must be discussed
In today's secular climate, it isn't easy to guide teens along paths that will lead them to happier lives. Where do you begin talking to them about some of the potential problems they might face or the situations others might force them into?
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