The Heresy of Saving Ourselves

In today’s episode I share a great insight from a recent visit to the sacrament of confession. As Catholic teachers we need to constantly remember that it is Jesus who brings about healing and salvation and that it is not something we do in our own strength. As...

Gavin Ashenden and The Storms of History

In today’s episode I explore a fine quote from Queen Elizabeth II’s former chaplain Gavin Ashenden. It’s a great reminder that any utopian vision that is presented to young people is bound to end in disillusion and bitterness. As Catholic teachers we...

The Joy Of Leading Your Students To Christ

In today’s episode I share a great quote from Pope Benedict that reminds us that the encounter with Christ always leads to sharing that joy with others.Book a free 30 minute coaching call with Jonathan for Catholic...

The One Path For Every Catholic Teacher

In today’s episode I begin a new season and welcome you all back to renewing our journey together. I have been reading Pope Benedict’s Jesus of Nazareth and a single line really jumped out at me that I want to share with you. It’s a great reminder of...

How To Discern Teacher Burnout and Feeling Stuck

Every Catholic teacher can have times when they feel stuck, burned out or unsure of the impact of their daily work.In today’s episode I respond to a beautiful listener question that asks for input on knowing when it may be time to make some changes. Grab your...

How To Share Your Faith At School.

Today I respond to a great listener question where they ask:One thing that I have been trying to find the balance on, is sharing the faith with students and non-Christian colleagues.Most colleagues and students know I am a Christian/Catholic, yet is it enough for them...

Try This To Change Your Teaching

The modern Catholic school is often inundated with demands for new plans, strategies, programs and initiatives. The pressure to be constantly innovating and improving outcomes can feel relentless.However, there is a special superpower available to every Catholic...

Learning To Cooperate With God In A Catholic School

In today’s message I share a great insight from Saint Augustine about how every Catholic teacher can cooperate more deeply with God and become a deeper and richer channel of grace.Grab your free access to my awesome resource for Catholic teachers right...

What Edith Stein Has To Say To Catholic Teachers

Yesterday was the feast day of Edith Stein and her wisdom has so much to offer Catholic teachers. In this episode I talk about her remarkable life and the two daily practices she offers us that can truly help our vocation to flourish. Grab your free access to my...

Why Catholic Teachers Need To Fight The Right Enemy

In the busyness and challenge of each day it’s understandable that we can come to see difficult students or colleagues as a source of our suffering or unhappiness.However, what if, all this time, we may have been fighting the wrong enemy? In this episode I want...