The Vocation of Work
What Catholics Believe About Work: Purpose, Dignity & Vocation
Episode 9
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10-Dec-2025
Join Fr. Nathan Cromley as he answers some of the Internet's most pressing questions about work. Is work a result of sin? How should I balance work and family life? What is the meaning of work? Find out the Catholic Church's answer to these questions and more in this episode of What Catholics Believe.
00:00 Intro
00:18 What is the purpose of work?
00:47 How much should I be paid?
01:21 May I work on Sundays?
02:10 How should I balance work and family life?
02:24 Is work a punishment for sin?
03:24 What does the Bible say about work?
03:59 Are work and prayer connected?
04:29 How does work contribute to human dignity and holiness?
05:38 What does the Church say about automation and the changing nature of work?
06:14 Is it immoral to be successful in business?
07:08 What is a vocation?
07:42 Is there a difference between a job and a vocation?
08:24 How do I find fulfilling work in my vocation?
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