Discovering the Church’s Unity in Community Life

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Joshua on retreat with all of the fellows in the Bronx.

The topic of unity has always fascinated me. In a world that is constantly splitting into factions, the Catholic Faith calls all Christians to live in unity.

From Capitol Hill to Catechist

After about three years on Capitol Hill, Maggie was ready to move on to something new. While she loved D.C. and went into politics to make a difference, she felt restless. Maggie soon realized why: she wanted to work with people, not just words.

The Weight of “Goodbye”

Megan Chappie is a graduate of Wright State University. She became a Seton Teaching Fellow in 2022 in the South Bronx. After her first year as a Fellow, Megan returned…

Experiencing the Joyful Mysteries on Mission

When a Fellow says yes, he or she embraces Mary’s words: “Let it be done to me according to thy word.” In this moment there is joy and peace! It is humbling to know that, imperfect though I may be, God allowed me to be a part of these children’s lives.

Made for One Another: Community on Mission

In anticipation of the dreaded senior question—"What are you doing after you graduate?"—I decided to start my job search early. I was interested in teaching, but I didn't know where. Browser tabs began to clutter my laptop as I explored school websites and hiring pages, anxiously wondering where I might work. But by November of my senior year, the Lord was shepherding me toward His more perfect plan—the opportunity to combine a love for mission and community.

For Freedom You Were Set Free: Lessons From a First Year Teacher

This special reflection comes from Cohort 9 STF Anna Stevenson. Anna, who studied English and education at the University of Dallas, shares some of the hard-earned fruits of her first year as a middle school teacher. Are you new to teaching? Wondering what education and mission work might have in store for you? See the eight lessons Anna has to share with new teachers in this blog post.