This specialty is for women who are working within Catholic organizations (e.g. diocesan employees, youth/young adult/campus ministers, educators, non-profit employees) who would like to grow as leaders in their fields. Specific attention will be paid to the challenges and opportunities of working in non-profit and faith-based organizations. They will be mentored by experienced Catholic professionals who lead a variety of Church and non-profit ministries.
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An Unexpected Call to Work for the Church
"I’m going to do it.” That’s what I told my mom on the phone when I finally decided to leave my secular marketing career [...]
Building Community after Mission
I felt the pit in my stomach grow. Another weekend, no plans except studying, alone. Life as a graduate student was surprisingly isolating! How would [...]
On Mission in the Rio Grande Valley
When I heard Sr. Norma Pimentel, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, speak at the 2016 GIVEN Forum, I felt [...]
The Love of My Mother
A spiritual reflection on Our Lady of Guadalupe "Am I not here, I who have the honor to be your Mother? Could there be [...]
Recovering a Lost Vocation
Lost Vocation Pentecostal experience. These are the two words I use to describe my GIVEN experience. For over a year, I had longed and [...]
“Belovedness”
Learning I am Beloved Throughout the process of praying about where the Lord was guiding me and how he wanted me to serve Him, [...]
Women, Rise Up! Catholic Female Leaders in Action
During Women’s History Month, we are all more keenly aware of the impact of women leaders upon society. Especially on March 8th, media outlets [...]
Being Receptive in a Tumultuous Time
"As I reflected on the Given Forum 2019, the word ‘receptive’ had been planted on my heart. I had uncertainty about whether I was [...]
Advocacy Doesn’t End at the Ballot Box
It’s been 100 years since women earned the right to vote, 56 years since that right was extended to all women in our society. [...]
Embracing Your Femininity in Leadership: Q&A with Meghan Cokeley
During our first annual International Women's Day Panel, you submitted so many excellent questions to our panel that we weren’t able to answer them [...]
Embracing Your Gifts: Q&A with Rachel Bulman
During our first annual International Women's Day Panel, you submitted so many excellent questions to our panel that we weren’t able to answer them [...]
Embracing Your Single Years: Q&A with Beth Leverich
During our first annual International Women’s Day Panel, you submitted so many excellent questions to our panel that we weren’t able to answer them all. [...]
6 Expenses to Watch Out for When Changing Careers
Perhaps you’re changing careers for a more lucrative salary - but taking on a new job often comes with unexpected hidden expenses. As a [...]
