Dark Humor
Published Apr 10, 2019 in Blogs, Humor, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins
This recycled post from Chris Williams, S.J. back on April 2018 reminds us that humans are incredible and laughter can lead us out of darkness.
Religion & Love in “If Beale Street Could Talk”
Published Jan 22, 2019 in Faith & Family, Film, Pop Culture, Sexuality, Spirituality ~ Approx 4 mins
Unplanned pregnancy. Family reactions. This Oscar-worthy movie looks at the gray areas of life.
“Boy Erased,” Conversion Therapy, and the Catholic Church
Published Nov 16, 2018 in Film, Sexuality ~ Approx 5 mins
“Boy Erased” shows the damage caused by conversion therapy, a practice which also has a sad history in the Catholic Church.
In the Still of the Night
Published Nov 14, 2018 in Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins
In restless silence, there is a way to find peace.
An Ode to Families
Published May 23, 2018 in Blogs, Catholic Writing, Faith & Family, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins
Families can be chaos, but there is holiness to be found.
Dark Humor
Published Apr 11, 2018 in Blogs, Humor, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins
Chris Williams, SJ remembers that laughter can lead us out of the darkness.
(Almost) One Second Every Day
Published Mar 1, 2018 in Blogs, Social Media, Spirituality, Uncategorized ~ Approx 3 mins
In just 30 seconds, Chris Williams, SJ, recalls the gifts of 30 days.
Just Looking at You
Published Jan 17, 2018 in Blogs, Film, Pope Francis, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins
Chris Williams, SJ, takes some time to take a look at the eyes of a friend.
Sam Smith’s Homosexuality and the Catholic Church
Published Dec 21, 2017 in In the News, Music, Pop Culture, Sexuality ~ Approx 4 mins
Sam Smith narrates his struggle with his faith and sexuality in his new album, “The Thrill of it All.”
A Heart of Stone (My Own)
Published Oct 26, 2017 in Blogs, In the News, Spirituality ~ Approx 3 mins
In the wake of recent tragedy, Chris Williams, SJ is haunted by his reaction.