A couple of summers ago, my husband and I loaded our bags into the car’s trunk, mounted our road bicycles on the roof, and headed out for a road trip. Little did I know that it would be a memorable experience that taught me the importance of perseverance.

In an era of confusion and misinformation, Catholic social teaching provides clarity and cohesiveness for Catholics who wish to lead holy, virtuous lives. CST provides general guidelines for our behavior and choices, for which we must discern specific actions and behaviors.