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What Bricklayers can teach us about work… and following Christ

What Bricklayers can teach us about work… and following Christ

by John Freund, CM | May 3, 2023 | Mindwalk

A traveler spotted three men laying bricks. He asked the first man what he was doing. “I’m laying bricks.” The second man said he was “putting up a wall.” The third man was “building a cathedral.” Let’s explore.

Getting Personal About Life Choices

Getting Personal About Life Choices

by John Freund, CM | May 1, 2023 | Mindwalk

I have no recollection of the initial life choice my parents made in my name. But they set me on a path I still walk 85 years later. It led me to unexpected of a life choice to be a Vincentian.

What’s In a Name? Was Shakespeare Wrong?

What’s In a Name? Was Shakespeare Wrong?

by John Freund, CM | Apr 28, 2023 | Mindwalk

In this Mindwalk, I explore what happens when a “special place” receives a new name.

Have a Special Place? Does It Matter?

Have a Special Place? Does It Matter?

by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2023 | Mindwalk

Do you have a special place that helps you feel a sense of comfort, identity, inspiration… whatever you need at that moment!  A place where you are nourished and grow.

What is the largest conversation in the world?

What is the largest conversation in the world?

by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2023 | Mindwalk

What is the largest and longest conversation in the world?
In 2019, Pope Francis set in motion a three-year conversation among 1.3 billion Catholics.

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