Do we look at what others have and want more or can we be happy for the blessings that others receive? Austin Kleman, SJ, reflects on the parable of the Workers in the Vineyard.
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Austin is a Jesuit Scholastic who lives in the Bronx, NY, where he attends Fordham University in the MA in Mental Health Counseling and Spiritual Integration program. Born in Wausau, Wisconsin, Austin received his BA in psychology and philosophy from Saint Mary's University of Winona, Minnesota. During his studies, Austin worked as a researcher and counselor in Brisbane, Australia. After entering the Jesuits, Austin worked as an elementary school counselor, coached high school Track and Field, and taught Advanced Placement psychology. Besides his passion for counseling, Austin loves exploring big cities, reading fantasy novels, and playing board games with family and friends.
Joined in 2023 4 posts aklemansj@thejesuitpost.org
The Gates of the Netherworld | One-Minute Homily
Do you feel like you’re on defense when it comes to faith and justice? Austin Kleman, SJ, reflects on the promise of Jesus to Peter, assuring us that His Kingdom will always prevail.
Are You a Weed or Wheat? | One-Minute Homily
Weeds or wheat? Too often we might look at the field of our lives and only focus on the weeds, Jesus looks at the wheat. Austin Kleman, SJ, reflects on the parable of the weeds among the wheat.
Five Questions for Catholics Dealing with Mental Health Issues
“I just need to trust in God more, and then I won’t be so anxious,” “This is just my cross, and Jesus calls us to pick up our crosses and follow him,” “God never gives us what we can’t handle.” These phrases are used far too frequently by the faithful struggling...