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Andrew Hanson, SJ

Andrew proudly claims both Iowa and Brazil as his places of origin, having spent half his childhood in each place. This is perplexing to most people but it rationalizes his love of soccer and corn. He likes other stuff too, though. Biking & barbering, books & beaches, to name a few. And the Bronx, too, which is his home while he studies at Fordham University.

Cristo Rey, Guadalupe Reina

Published Dec 13, 2017 in Blogs, Faith & Family, Global Catholicism, Spirituality ~ Approx 4 mins

Andrew Hanson SJ, allows his students to share the importance of Guadalupe.

Los Muertos Remain With Me

Published Nov 1, 2017 in Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

As we pray for All Souls in the month of November, Andrew Hanson, SJ tells of how our beloved deceased live on within us – sometimes, literally.

Shifting Gears

Published Sep 20, 2017 in Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

A change of terrain always requires a gear-shift. Andrew Hanson, SJ describes a paradox of his two-wheeled life.

Sweating It Out

Published Aug 2, 2017 in Blogs, Spirituality, Sports ~ Approx 3 mins

Hard work makes us sweat, even if the work isn’t physical. Andrew Hanson, SJ reflects on various ways sweat has played a role in his life.

On Pentecost, Puns, and My Pops

Published Jun 29, 2017 in Blogs, Faith & Family, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

June contained Pentecost and Father’s Day. Andrew Hanson, SJ celebrated both at his dad’s retirement party.

An Impressive Break

Published May 24, 2017 in Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

Goodbyes can break hearts. In the midst of moving out of New York City, Andrew Hanson, SJ hopes the break heals soon.

This Side of the Green Grass

Published Apr 12, 2017 in Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx 4 mins

In times of struggle, the grass seems greener on the ‘other side.’ Andrew Hanson, SJ illustrates what he learned when he ventured over there.

Halting Portuguese: On Identity and Insecurity

Published Mar 8, 2017 in Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

From Brazil to Iowa to the Big Apple and back, Andrew Hanson, SJ is still trying to figure out just who he is.

Herramientas afiladas, vulnerabilidad, y dignidad

Published Jan 14, 2017 in Global Catholicism, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

Andrew Hanson, SJ comparte historias de la peluquería migratoria.

Sharp objects, vulnerability, and dignity

Published Jan 14, 2017 in Global Catholicism, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins

Andrew Hanson, SJ shares stories from the migrating barber shop.