What Better Virtue to Practice During Advent? - 2
As discussed last time, we'll focus on that fundamentally important virtue of humility as we begin the new Liturgical Year. Let's start with our definition of humility taken from the Catholic Encyclopedia: Humility is a repressing or moderating virtue opposed to pride and vainglory or that spirit within us which urges us to great things above our strength and ability. With this definition in mind, we'll ask Fr. Joseph Schryvers, C.SS.R. (1876-1945), whose work we've quoted many times in the past, to help us better understand the importance of the virtue of humility over the next few posts. Before we turn to Father's remarks today, a few comments about how our work and our relationships at work will improve as we develop the virtue of humility: We become more attractive to both our colleagues and our employers, just as we become more attractive to Our Lord. We'll gain a clearer understanding of our true value - not some postured or exaggerated sens...
