Saint Mary's Press Bible Grant Program "I appreciate that you gave me a Bible because I always wanted to read one." "I would like to start with, 'God bless your company for these Bibles.' I am very involved in the Church, but I’ve never had the experience of having my … Read more...

Interview with D. Scott MillerIn this issue I am excited to share with you an interview I had with D. Scott Miller. Scott is the director of the Division of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. In addition to that, Scott has been running a Catholic … Read more...

Confirmation and Liturgical CatechesisOne of the topics requested by a reader of The Servant Leader was Confirmation and mystagogy. In addressing this topic, I thought it would useful to look at the larger topic of liturgical catechesis, with mystagogy as one of the steps in the process. Anointed in the … Read more...

Spirituality of the Educator from a Lasallian PerspectiveIn this week’s issue of The Servant Leader, we have the second part of Kevin Regan’s reflection on the spirituality of the educator from a Lasallian perspective. In last week's reflection, Kevin explored our call to mission and recognizing God’s holy presence in … Read more...

Spirituality from a Lasallian PerspectiveIn this week’s and next week’s issues of The Servant Leader, we are blessed to have a reflection from Kevin Regan on the spirituality of religious educators from a Lasallian perspective. Kevin is the grateful husband of Linda, the father of two children, and the grandfather … Read more...

Training Youth Retreat Leaders, Part TwoBy Steven McGlaun Last week we started discussing building and training a youth retreat team as servant leaders. For part two of our discussion, we will address training your retreat team, including other adults in the retreat process, and building continuity with your retreat team. … Read more...

Training Youth Retreat LeadersBy Steven McGlaun A few weeks ago, I asked readers to suggest topics for The Servant Leader. In the coming months, we will address topics you have asked for; however, you can still suggest topics at this link. Over the next few weeks, we are going to … Read more...

Respect Life MonthBy Steven McGlaun Yesterday was Respect Life Sunday, which marks the beginning of October as Respect Life Month. Even though we are called to work throughout the year to promote the protection and dignity of all life, Respect Life Month affords us the opportunity to focus more intently … Read more...

Ready or Not, Advent Is Around the CornerBy Steven McGlaun Yes, you read the title right: Advent. The liturgical season of Advent begins in two months. Because Advent is about preparing, I thought it would be appropriate to raise the topic now so you have time to prepare. For this … Read more...

Seeking Your InputBy Steven McGlaun Before addressing this week’s topic, I would like to ask for your assistance. We are now several weeks into The Servant Leader. I am greatly enjoying the opportunity to reflect with you each week on aspects of our shared ministry with youth, and I am … Read more...

Hispanic Heritage MonthBy Steven McGlaun September 15 marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month. September 15 was selected as the starting date for this celebration because that date is the anniversary of independence for El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Honduras. Additionally, Mexico celebrates its independence on September 16, … Read more...

Labor DayBy Steven McGlaun Yesterday we celebrated Labor Day. Labor Day, though traditionally viewed as the symbolic end to summer, is explained by the United States Department of Labor in the following way:Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to … Read more...

What Does It Mean to Be a Servant Leader? Part IIBy Steven McGlaun Last week we started looking at five virtues that lay the foundation for servant leadership by reflecting on contemplation and hospitality. This week we will reflect on the virtues of reverence, integrity, and stewardship in relation to … Read more...

What Does It Mean to Be a Servant Leader? By Steven McGlaun Last week I explained that Saint Mary’s Press chose the title The Servant Leader for our weekly newsletter because that is what you are in your role as a Catholic educator and minister. I thought that for the … Read more...