Invest Catholic: CBA’s Unique 401k Member Solution
By Mary Beth Barry At CBA, we constantly strive to give our members resources and support so they can offer employee benefits that reflect Catholic values. One important way we do that is through our CBA Multiple Employer 401(k) Plan (MEP)—a retirement plan designed...
Discover the Power of Placing Catholic Identity in Job Descriptions
By Mary Beth Barry Note: This post is the third in an ongoing series on integrating Catholic identity into your HR processes and policies. Follow the links to read about orientation and onboarding and employee handbooks. For Catholic employers, job descriptions aren’t...
Don’t fall for these common objections to communicating identity
By Mary Beth Barry At a recent event, several attendees questioned why it is necessary to integrate Catholic identity into their HR structure. Some argued that it seemed redundant—after all, their identity is obvious, “Catholic” is even in their organization’s name....
The Power of a Faith-Aligned Employee Handbook
For many Catholic employers, updating the employee handbook often falls to the bottom of the priority list. Between evolving laws, changing staff structures, and the demands of daily operations, years can pass without a review. Additionally, many members find this process challenging, as Catholic identity doesn’t always come naturally in policy development. However, ensuring that your handbook aligns with your Catholic identity is essential—not just for reinforcing your mission but also for protecting your religious freedoms.
How Catholics Approach Treating Infertility
Questions about infertility treatments were thrust into the spotlight in 2024. Claims for religious exemption can sounds callous to the heart-break facing infertile couples. These questions are challenging when we discuss Church teaching with others, but they provide an opportunity to offer pastoral care and real solutions for employees and their families.