In the 250s, a fierce debate broke out between two saints—Pope St. Stephen I and St. Cyprian, bishop of Carthage—over whether converts from breakaway Christian sects had to be rebaptized to join the Catholic Church. Cyprian said yes: since the ministers of the...
How do we understand the mystery of the Trinity? Eric Panicco, SJ, says that love is the key. Based on the readings for The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. The Trinity: Now that’s a mystery!. Hi, I’m Eric Panicco and this is my one-minute reflection. Today, we...
Did you know that today is the Church’s birthday? Deacon Tommy O’Donnell reflects on Pentecost Sunday and the gifts we receive through the Holy Spirit. Based on the readings for Pentecost Sunday. Did you know that today is the birthday of the Catholic...
Starting a new chapter in life isn’t always easy. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how the Ascension of Jesus marks the beginning of the Apostles’ work. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord. This is only the beginning. I’m...
Have you ever had to tell someone you love goodbye? Jordan Jones, SJ, reflects on Jesus’s promise of the Holy Spirit to his disciples. Based on the readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter. Have you ever had to leave someone you love? Hi, I’m Jordan Jones, and...
In these days when it seems like we are constantly discussing how the world can come crashing down around us at any given moment for any one of a thousand equally terrifying reasons, we often forget about the ever-present danger of nuclear weapons. In Atomic Pilgrim:...
It takes courage to glorify God and love each other. Eric Panicco, SJ, reflects on what it means to imitate Christ in seeing, knowing, and loving the people around us, especially the poor and forgotten. Based on the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter. Glorifying...
Most of the media in the United States has consistently attempted to define Pope Leo XIV based on the American political framework. NBC reported that Pope Leo cast a ballot as a Republican in recent Illinois primary elections. Politico reported on Pope Leo’s criticism...
Have you learned to hear Christ’s voice? Deacon Tommy O’Donnell, SJ, shares that our response to Christ’s call is to love and follow him. Based on the readings from the Fourth Sunday of Easter. Do you hear Christ’s voice? Hi, I’m Deacon Tommy...
“I’m going vegetarian for Lent,” a friend enthusiastically informed me over lunch. “Wonderful! I will share my best plant-based recipes with you, most are quite healthy!” I responded earnestly. She seemed a touch offended. “I do not want to be vegetarian for...
