Catholic Commerce Directory Launches to Support Local Businesses

The Catholic Commerce Directory, an online resource, will provide listings of **Catholic-owned businesses** and businesses wanting to serve the local **Catholic community**. The directory is an initiative of the **UTG at Work** apostolate, a nonprofit focused on helping **Catholics** live their faith and introduce the **Gospel** in the workplace. The project is led by **Deacon Mike Houghton**, executive director of UTG at Work, and **John Hollowell**, a local sales professional. The directory aims to provide a platform for businesses to reach the **Catholic community** and promote their services. [[catholic-commerce-directory|Catholic Commerce Directory]] is expected to launch with 30 to 50 businesses participating in the next six months. The directory is not meant to compete with **parish bulletin advertising**, but rather to support it. Businesses do not need to have a **Catholic owner** to participate, but rather be **Catholic friendly**. The initiative has been well-received by local businesses, with many expressing interest in participating. [[utg-at-work|UTG at Work]] is a nonprofit organization that aims to help **Catholics** live their faith and introduce the **Gospel** in the workplace.

• The Catholic Commerce Directory is a new initiative that aims to promote the Catholic community and support local businesses
• The directory will provide listings of Catholic-owned businesses and businesses wanting to serve the local Catholic community
• The project is led by Deacon Mike Houghton and John Hollowell
• The directory is expected to launch with 30 to 50 businesses participating in the next six months
• The directory is not meant to compete with parish bulletin advertising, but rather to support it

The **Catholic Commerce Directory** is a new initiative that aims to promote the **Catholic community** and support local businesses. The directory will provide listings of **Catholic-owned businesses** and businesses wanting to serve the local **Catholic community**. The project is led by **Deacon Mike Houghton** and **John Hollowell**, and is expected to launch with 30 to 50 businesses participating in the next six months. The directory is not meant to compete with **parish bulletin advertising**, but rather to support it. Businesses do not need to have a **Catholic owner** to participate, but rather be **Catholic friendly**. The initiative has been well-received by local businesses, with many expressing interest in participating. [[parish-bulletin-advertising|Parish bulletin advertising]] is a common way for businesses to reach the **Catholic community**, and the directory will provide an additional platform for them to do so.

The launch of the **Catholic Commerce Directory** is a positive step towards promoting the **Catholic community** and supporting local businesses. The directory provides a platform for businesses to reach a targeted audience and promote their services. With the support of **UTG at Work** and **Deacon Mike Houghton**, the directory is likely to be a success. The initiative also promotes the values of **Catholicism** and encourages businesses to be **Catholic friendly**. [[catholicism|Catholicism]] is a significant part of the community, and this directory will help to promote its values. The directory is also a great way for **Catholics** to support each other and promote their businesses.

The launch of the **Catholic Commerce Directory** may not be as successful as expected. The directory may struggle to attract businesses and users, and may not provide the expected benefits to the **Catholic community**. The initiative may also be seen as exclusive, only promoting businesses that are **Catholic friendly**. Additionally, the directory may not be able to compete with existing **parish bulletin advertising**, and may not provide a significant enough platform for businesses to reach the **Catholic community**. The initiative may also be limited by its focus on the **Catholic community**, and may not be able to expand to other communities. [[catholic-community|Catholic community]] is a significant part of the population, but the directory may not be able to reach all of them.

Originally reported by Detroit Catholic