Young people are searching for meaningful work, and Catholic teaching has long affirmed that desire. Through work, writes Pope Leo in Magnifica Humanitas, “we contribute to the progress of society and the common good” and “through listening and dialogue, learn to build together something that no one could achieve alone.”
This conversation brought young people together to explore the connections between work, community, and the common good. How do younger Americans understand work differently than older generations? What changes for communities when young people approach work as a source of meaning, and what challenges prevent them from doing so? What responsibilities do employers have to ensure work contributes to the common good? What responsibilities do workers have to their communities?
This gathering had three parts:
6:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Happy Hour
Meet and network with other young leaders over food and drink
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Dialogue
A conversation on “‘Something That No One Could Achieve Alone’: Community and the Meaning of Work” with four leaders
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Reception
Continue the conversation with other young leaders
This Salt and Light Gathering was for young Catholics and others to come together to explore key issues and personal stories involving faith and public life with respected leaders.
Anna Gordon, assistant director of the Initiative on Catholic Social Thought and Public Life, moderated the conversation.
Resources
View articles and other resources for this dialogue.
