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...
Jesus cooked breakfast for Peter and the Apostles. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how Jesus calls us to feed Christ’s sheep through our loving witness and service to others. Based on the readings for the Third Sunday of Easter. Begin your morning with...
While the morning of this past Saturday did not find me in Rome among the thousands of mourners gathered for Pope Francis’s funeral, I sought out a place where I could spiritually join in mourning the Pope. I strolled the quiet path around a Jesuit cemetery just north...
Often, Christ reveals himself to us in ways we don’t immediately recognize. Eric Panicco, SJ, reflects that Easter reminds us to allow our confusion to transform into joy as we discover God’s presence in unexpected places. Based on the readings for The...
Can you stand with Christ if it means going against the crowd? Deacon Tommy O’Donnell, SJ, reflects on how the criminal in today’s gospel goes against the crowd and puts his faith in Christ. Based on the readings for Palm Sunday. Remain with the criminal,...
I have always loved playing sports. Ever since I discovered soccer as a child, it has been my passion, my means of self-expression, and my way of relating to others. During my semi-professional soccer career, I loved the game for the thrill of it. Only when I became a...
In today’s gospel, Jesus turns the tables on us. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, calls us to imitate Jesus in the way he loves others. Based on the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Year C. There is no outsmarting Jesus. I’m Father Michael Mohr, and this is my One...
“What is a football club in any case? Not the buildings or the directors or the people who are paid to represent it. It’s not the television contracts, get-out clauses, marketing departments or executive boxes. It’s the noise, the passion, the feeling of belonging,...
