17/06/2026
WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’VE LOST EVERYTHING BEHIND THE MOON
The testimonies of the Artemis astronauts who recently travelled around the moon deeply moved me. They were struck by the fragility of the Earth amidst the boundless universe. For them, the Earth once again became the anchor point of their humanity and existence – a steady point of reference. The farther they moved away, the more comfort the visible Earth gave them. Although they knew the journey was long and far, Earth was the place where they belonged, and returning to it was an absolute necessity.
However, anxiety and uncertainty suddenly set in when, for a time, they moved behind the moon. Without any visual or radio contact with Earth, their point of orientation suddenly disappeared. In those moments, they were overwhelmed by the immense vastness of the universe, and the insignificance and fragility of their own existence.
This experience speaks directly to every employer and employee who travels to work each day. Perhaps you, too, have felt completely overwhelmed by your work. Or maybe you feel that you merely have the right to work, or that you are simply toiling for yourself and your family. Sometimes the burden becomes so heavy that you feel you cannot continue – but duty calls you to carry on.
Yet the Word teaches us that the privilege of being able to work is unique and special. The Lord and His Word are our point of orientation. Even before the Fall, work was part of the plan of creation; we were made to work. All of creation is entrusted to us by the Father Himself (Genesis 1:28). We are regarded as stewards and caretakers of His wonderful handiwork. We have the freedom to make decisions, to organize, develop, and care for creation.
This precious responsibility has been entrusted to us, and it calls for us to approach it with the necessary care. It should lead us to humility, because we need so much wisdom – something the Word continually reminds us of.
It is precisely here that workplace ministry seeks to play a role: to support you, guide you, and remind you again of your true point of orientation in your work. This is why we all need support to carry out our daily work with the right attitude and a sense of purpose.
Different branch coordinators are valuable contacts to assist you as both employee and employer in your work environment. Together we can share ideas to help one another to live out our collective calling as workers fully and with enthusiasm. Feel free to contact us on WhatsApp at 082 047 7487.
PHOTO: Dr Francois Swart – Chairperson of IMSA Cape Region and IMSA Board Member
