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09	October 2013

Economy of Communion

Actual Text:

1. The managers who work in these business environments handle daily operations much different. If an employee makes a mistake or there is a problem with production the manager uses the word of God to help him solve the problem. Instead of firing the employee or finding a new way to export goods the manager decided "to love each neighbor in a real way". He took the time to learn about the problem and then worked from there.

2. The economy of Communion is looked at as a reciprocity as appose to hierarchy. Those who can give give what they can. Little contributions by many people make a big difference on a lot of people. It is not only about giving money, but about sharing experiences and relationships with God.

Responses:

1. The approach used by these managers have benefitted them in many different ways. In many modern businesses employees are given strikes which limit the amount of mistakes they are permitted to make before getting fired. These business structures encourage managers to look at their employs with love and respect as they would anyone else. They view humans as human beings and not just integral parts of businesses. BY doing so many businesses have thrived. This shows that relationships between managers and employees definitely has an impact on how the business does.

2. I think that an important aspect of the Economy of Communion is the relationships that they have with each other. The experiences that they have and the relationships they form are what keeps them involved in such an institution. These people seem to really believe and wish the best for each other. They help out others with all they can and because of this they feel the grace of God. If you can not contribute anything they share their relationships and presence which is also an integral part of the experience.