Maintaining an organizational spirituality: no easy task

Authors: Konz, Gregory N.P.; Ryan, Francis X

Source: Journal of Organizational Change Management, Volume 12, Number 3, 1999 , pp. 200-210(11)

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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Abstract:

Spirituality in general, and in the workplace in particular, has become an important topic in recent years. Spirituality in the workplace is more than a passing fancy; it is changing the fundamental nature of work. Individuals are searching for meaning in their work, a meaning that transcends mere economic gain. These individuals are looking to their organizational leaders to help them in their search, and organizations in turn are being challenged to maintain a spirituality. A study of the mission statements of the 28 US Jesuit universities reveals that maintaining an organizational spirituality is no easy task.

Keywords: Belief; Corporate Culture; Ethics; Management; Universities

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/09534819910273865

Publication date: 1999-03-01