Temptation rarely seems dangerous. Rather, it comes to us in the form of something appealing. Let’s face it, though, do we really need to be told to act in our own best interest? Usually, the wrong thing to do has the better advertising. It distracts us from our purpose… to be the best version of […]
About Patrick
Growing up in a regimented home run by a police officer and a doctor, I gained an early appreciation for discipline, education, and hard work. Since both careers required them to be out of the house at all hours of the day, I also learned to be very independent at an early age as a type of latchkey kid. It wasn’t uncommon for my brother, sister, and I to prepare ourselves for school, ride our bikes to and from, and then amuse ourselves in the afternoon until adult supervision arrived. We made our own meals and had to be self-starters in our school work. This was all before the age of ten.
Naturally, I took that family foundation and joined the military. My outlook solidified with Army basic training at Fr Knox, KY, continued through the regimentation of the Air Force Academy, and carried me through as an Air Force officer and eventual entrepreneur.
I have always been rules-oriented… I like to see things work the way they are intended. My professional life has spanned both public and private sectors; military and civilian cultures; spiritual and temporal matters. In all of them, one key focus is important: “remember who you serve.” I believe that most problems in this world would disappear if we would just keep our purpose foremost in our minds… our purpose is to serve. The challenge is to recognize who is served in every decision we make.
Defeating the Culture of Death: The Pro-Life Vote
Every year, we march to end abortion. Yet, when it comes time to vote in November, the sponsors of abortion can count on about half of the Catholic vote. It’s time we stand as one against evil in public policy by rejecting the advocates of those policies. President Trump will likely leave a 7-2 pro-life Supreme Court—he has done well with his appointments so far. If the Democrats control of the House, he will face impeachment for political differences. If they take the Senate, there will be no more pro-life judges.
Reach out to your deacons, priests, and bishops to encourage their voice against the sponsors of the culture of death. Abortion ends in America when the bishops say it ends.
Will life be affirmed in our laws? The votes of Christians will decide.
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Love and Fear
Every action begins with a thought. Every thought leads to a goal.
Negative emotions are generally manifestations of fear
Overcome negative emotions with positive actions and attitudes
The power of love as a primary motivation
Recognize the love and fear driving every decision
Overcoming Adversity
Failure isn’t fatal: Problems can be the beginning of new opportunities
Seize opportunities: Demonstrate resilience and integrity
The greater the challenge, the greater the glory
Success isn’t automatic: Keep moving forward
Power in Servant Leadership
Focus on the mission: Be purpose-driven
Share the vision: Communication is essential
Take care of your people: Leaders need followers and followers need leaders
Empower your people: Develop your people and cheer their success
Build on Success: Keep moving forward
Power of Faith
You’re not the center of the universe: You have neither the world on your shoulders nor at your feet
Recognize God’s perspective: We are all sinners in need of salvation
Who are you worshiping? (God, neighbor, wealth, community)
Am I at Church to worship God or be seen by others?
Did I choose a Church to serve God or because I want something from the community?
Trust God’s plan and be patient with Him
Defeating the Culture of Death
The world fears overpopulation. God says “be fruitful and multiply.”
Christ has overcome the world and Christians are His Hands and Feet
The Church must oppose evil in all manifestations
Opposing evil in public policy means taking a position on candidates and parties advocating for evil
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Our Lord faced a great deal of opposition in His day. It wasn’t because He was a bad person… quite the opposite. They hated Him for his goodness. They hated the Truth He personified. We understand in the age of the Church that He came to die for our sins on the cross… the leaders […]
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The Great Commission received from Christ by the Apostles and passed to us as their heirs calls us to work.
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Those who know me know that I really like superhero movies. A lot. When I was a kid, I watched Superman at least 50 times in a single Summer. I identify with him. He’s kind of the “speak softly” (Clark Kent) “and carry a big stick” (Superman) kind of guy. That’s me. Where most superheroes […]
