It’s no secret the world – now more than ever – could use more compassion. And, in the spirit of National Compassionate Leadership Week this week, I’d like to pay homage to our staff at St. Joseph the Worker. I’m … Read More
This article originally appeared in the Phoenix Business Journal. Denise Bismore got to know Johnny Mcmillan pretty well over the past 10 years. Homeless for two and a half decades, Mcmillan panhandled for change near Bismore’s downtown Phoenix cafe. Soon … Read More
This article originally published in the Phoenix Business Journal. Phoenix nonprofit St. Joseph the Worker — which helps disadvantaged, homeless and low-income individuals find jobs — has received a $250,000 grant from the Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation. The funding … Read More
At St. Joseph the Worker, we are accustomed to inspirational stories of resilience, perseverance and community leadership. We appreciate these stories and their value, especially when they are employment related, even when they originate outside our organization’s walls. I sit … Read More
Someone recently asked me if I believe I am a good communicator. I responded, “Yes.” He asked me, “Why?” I then shared a story that isn’t a secret, but I seldom share publicly. I was in group therapy for 20 … Read More
I love baseball. It brings me back to childhood when I hustled hard for Mets tickets. In fact, the game’s impact on me goes beyond generations. Baseball allowed me to bond with both my grandfather and then later my twin … Read More