Father James Martin on the summer jobs that shaped him

This week on a special, interview-only episode of “Jesuitical,” Ashley and guest host Sebastian talk with James Martin, S.J., editor at large for America, about his new memoir Work in Progress: Confessions of a busboy, dishwasher, caddy, usher, factory worker, bank teller, corporate tool, and priest. 

Ashley, Sebastian and Father Jim discuss:

• The differences in writing an autobiography vs. a book on prayer
• Balancing ambition and meaning
• Jim’s eventual decision to choose a life and career in the Jesuits

 Links for further reading: 

• Buy Father James Martin’s book here
• Father James Martin: Lessons from mowing lawns, riding bikes and a fateful walk to school
• Check out the book’s Spotify playlist here

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