Catholic News Service posted an interesting story about the need for priests to live a healthier life. It’s easy for clergy to fall into a sedentary lifestyle with a work schedule that has them on call 24 hours every day of the week.
The article quotes Baltimore archbishop Edwin F. O’Brien: “We should remind our priests to take the time for relaxation and physical exercise. It’s very important for their health and their ministry.”
I fully agree with the archbishop. I recently turned 40, and I am in much better shape compared to when I was 30. I eat healthier, I use my bike as much as possible, I run in the morning, and I try to keep my meals balanced. As a result, I weigh some 22 pounds less than 10 years ago!
It hasn’t only affected my physical health, but also my ministry. I have much more stamina, my life is more regular, and I can work harder. Plus: I can pray for my parishioners while I’m running through their neighborhoods!
You can read the full CNS article by clicking here: Priests urged to care for their bodies the way they care for souls
Check out my Healthy Catholic video series to see how I tried to get into shape myself!
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