Today is Labor Day in America, and I wanna take a moment to highlight how Appalachian folk played a major role in the American Labor Movement all those years ago.

From August 21st to September 2nd, 1921, the Battle of Blair Mountain took place. It was the largest labor uprising in United States history. For those of you who don't know, coal mining is a major industry in the Appalachian mountains (and unfortunately, one that had taken a toll on both the locals and the environment), and has been since the late 1800s. Coal miners and their families were treated like garbage, between the industry enacting violence against these people to the unfair/low wages.

Take some time to read up on the history of coal mining in the Appalachian mountains, and further read up on the Battle of Blair mountain along with how coal mining has been affecting these mountains today.

Educational Links:

Coal Mining in Appalachia

What Made the Battle of Blair Mountain the Largest Labor Uprising in American History

The Battle of Blair Mountain (History)

The Battle of Blair Mountain (National Park Services)

Mining the Mountains

What is mountaintop removal mining?

The Coal Mine Next Door: How the Deregulation of Mountaintop Removal Threatens Public Health

HAPPY LABOR DAY!

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We are hoping that everyone has had a great weekend and is having a great Labor Day. Today we celebrate the great social and economic achievements made by American workers.

What are you up to today? Are you out camping with your family, riding rides at a fair, relaxing by a pool, or do you have to work today?

Whatever it is you are up to have a safe day. See you at work tomorrow.

The long Labor Day holiday weekend is widely considered to be the unofficial end of summer by many Americans. By early September there are already subtle seasonal changes afoot – an ochre tinge to the sun’s rays, a shortening of days and lengthening of shadows, and a slight autumnal chill hanging in the morning air. Not to mention that Labor Day weekend signals the start of a new school year for many kids, parents, teachers and staff. So why not usher summer out in style with one last “cookout” hurrah? Here are a few ideas to help you make it a 2022 Labor Day commemoration for the books. Appetizer: Salsa Fresca A big bowl of fresh, homemade salsa makes a great opening act for any gathering or celebration. There is a tomato bounty available at your local farmers market right now, with tomatoes of all kinds remaining at their peak ripeness for the next several weeks – perfect for using in salsa fresca. The consistency of salsa you desire will largely be determined by the type of tomatoes you use in your recipe. For a thicker, less watery salsa, strain any juicy tomatoes before adding them to the mix. Of course, feel free to scale the amount of onion, cilantro and jalapeno you include to curate for different taste preferences. For something a little different, try making a salsa verde using tomatillos -- small, green husk-covered tomatoes that are native to Mexico and easy to find at farmstalls in September. Main Course: Shish Kebabs Instead of flipping the same old burgers and dogs on the grill, elevate your typical Labor Day cookout routine with a shish kebab bonanza! The term shish kebab has an interesting etymological origin as it is an anglicization of the Turkish words ‘şiş’, signifying sword or skewer, and ‘kebap’ meaning ‘roasted meat dish’. A traditional shish kebab is made from skewered and grilled cubes of lamb. However, kebabs offer a wonderful outlet through which to express your creative bbq’ing skills, so there really is no limit to what ingredient combos you can put together. Try alternating cubes of marinated chicken, shrimp, beef or lamb with a variety of summer vegetables including squash, red and yellow bell pepper, tomato, mushroom and onion. Here are a few other pro tips when it comes to skewer grilling:

Use wooden skewers instead of metal to avoid over-cooking the meat.

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least one hour before using them.

Use double skewers to gain better control when turning kebabs over the grill.

Keep some space between the pieces of meat to help them cook more evenly.

Paint the kebabs with the extra marinade as they cook to add more flavor.

Dessert: Grilled Peaches Don’t extinguish those charcoals just yet! Keep the flames a-lickin’, as grilled peaches make for a delicious, healthy and easy-to-prep dessert. Try to select ripe peaches at the market or ripen them on the kitchen counter before grilling. If possible, choose “freestone” peaches whose pits are easier to remove than the “clingstone” variety. If you’re having difficulty removing the pits, cut the peaches across their middle and twist to separate the two halves. Liberally brush the inside of the peaches with a mix of melted butter, brown sugar or honey, and cinnamon (or any other warm spices such as ginger, nutmeg and cardamom), and grill until tender. You can opt to top the finished product with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream before serving! Nectarines, plums and apricots can also be prepared in the same way. Beverage: Inventive Cocktails Move beyond beer and pick up a few bottles of locally produced spirits, fresh produce, condiments and herbs at the farmers market to let your inner mixologist burst forth this Labor Day weekend. Adding attractive garnish to any mixed drink, whether it be alcoholic or not, will always make it taste better simply because it looks more inviting, while adding a soupçon of nutritional value to your beverage of choice. Muddle a handful of fresh mint into your mojito, plop a skewer of stuffed olives, dill pickle spear and crunchy stick of celery into your Bloody Mary, add a sprig of thyme to your whisky sour, or peel some slices of cool cucumber into your gin & tonic. Have fun with it and don’t forget to take pics of your cocktail creations to share. Cheers to you all while wishing you a delicious, relaxing and safe Labor Day weekend!

The Labor and Legacy of a Catholic Man

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The labor and legacy of a Catholic man is celebrated in both his family and his community, and can even impact the world at large. He touches countless lives with his love and guidance, and his teachings remain a source of strength and hope to many.

Labor Day is celebrated as a holiday in the United States and Canada in honor of workers. Personally, it seems, I’ve heard from more wives recenlty than their husbands, most of them grateful for the encouragement and support we have shown the men in their lives during these economic times. Because our economic times have seen many men either underemployed or unemployed, more so than their wives.  

CCC 2460 The primordial value of labor stems from man himself, its author and beneficiary. By means of his labor man participates in the work of creation. Work united to Christ can be redemptive.

We are now in a time where people are creative with their finances in order to get their bills paid and not create new debt. Some examples are people canceling or downgrading cable or internet, downsizing to one less car, cooking at home more than going out to eat, canceling vacations, some college students have taken a year off so the family can pay down the mortgage on their home, and people coming up with all kinds of new jobs and services to get their bills paid.

On the opposite end of the economic spectrum are some businesses or people who have prospered greatly or have not felt much of the effects of the economy personally as the rest of us. Some of these businesses or people are immune to recessions due to their unique marketplace conditions or their own business strategies.

It reminds me of something Ronald Regan used to say, “if your neighbor is out of work it’s a recession, and if YOU are out of work it’s a depression”.

We know that God is working in all things for our good and our ultimate reward. It is said that adversity allows us to change our thinking. Our current circumstances often provide us a chance to reflect on our relationship with Him and to make necessary changes.

We should not depend on our own human understanding but fully depend on Him for our needs and security. This is what God truly wants from us. Many testify (myself included) that God does answer prayer when we wait on Him. It is not easy, but this is where trust comes in.

“Do not worry about tomorrow; tomorrow will take care of itself. Sufficient for a day is its own evil."  Matt.” 6:34

This is also a time to reflect on our Catholic Faith and the many ways it impacts our lives. CMCS will never give up. We're here to serve you, as a Catholic man striving to live out your faith. Keep your eyes peeled to this blog for the fundamentals of Catholic manhood and hold tight to Bishop Perry's A Prayer for Employment (PDF).  It's touching to see each day how people are working to help each other make it through life and these historic times … in the true Christian spirit.

Ultimately, as you leave this earth, it's important to be known for who you are, not for what you do. Your legacy should be what's etched onto your heart - your identity in Jesus Christ.

That’s what Christ is looking for in his followers. Being a Christian doesn’t mean you have to give up your career or your profession. What it does mean is that you should put your faith in Christ and serve Him first, through serving others. That’s what will give you the most fulfillment in life, and it will be the legacy that you leave behind.

“If we build into ourselves a deep understanding and conviction that serving the needs of other human beings is the reason we profit, that the reason we earn money is because we are focused on serving the needs of other people, other people will see this. We must commit ourselves to these convictions. Then and only then will the money follow. The money comes automatically.”

― Daniel Lapin, Business Secrets from the Bible: Spiritual Success Strategies for Financial Abundance

How are you living out your legacy today?

What legacy will you leave behind for future generations?

How will your family and loved ones be affected by your actions?

What you sow in your life today, you will reap in the life to come. So, be diligent in your walk with the Lord. Be sure to forgive and love your neighbor, even if they have done you wrong. And most importantly, know that you are loved and you are worth living for.

For example, my legacy is to be a good husband, father and friend - a real person - to those around me. I would like to leave this life knowing that I have been forgiven my short commings, and loved, by my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. That I would be His disciple and, thus, have discipled others.

What if your (future) wife said, "If Jesus is anything like you, I want to know Him. But if He's not like you, I want to leave Him." Can you imagine how this would change your relationship? Pray and ask God daily how to put your mission into action, through your labors. Then watch Him show you through your actions what His will and legacy is for your life.

God's will is that we depend on Him.

"He who labors as he prays lifts his heart to God with his hands."

— St. Benedict of Nursia

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Labor Day 2022 Best Wishes And Quotes

Labor Day, is a legal holiday. It is celebrated on the first Monday in September month in the United States of America. This year it’s on 5th September 2022. This day is a federal holiday and is celebrated in honor of workers who work hard all year long.

Sending Happy Workers Day messages and quotes to your family and friends is an important thing to do.

We convey to you humorous this day wants messages or quotes, wonderful to share on Fb and WhatsApp.

You can use these Labour Day images to honor workers. In this context, we are sharing the images of Workers Day 2022.

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