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A native of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Doug loves that no matter where he goes, Jesuits seem to know his beloved home region as “The Area." After studies at The University of Scranton and Rutgers University, Doug entered the Jesuits in 2016. An avid traveler, Jesuit life has taken him to Lebanon, Egypt, Bolivia, and close to twenty U.S. states in just a few years. Doug is currently spending the "regency" stage of his formation as a postdoctoral fellow in political science at Fordham University in New York.
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The Holy Family: Finding Our True Home | One-Minute Homily
Mary and Joseph created a loving home for Jesus and in today’s Gospel, Jesus reminds us that God also provides a home for us. Doug Jones, SJ, reflects on the Feast of the Holy Family.
As a Jesuit Political Scientist, Religion Doesn’t Often Play a Direct Role in My Work. Am I Still Serving the Church?
My work as a political scientist focused on the Middle East, may not always involve directly talking about God, but it is deeply enmeshed with how we see God and God’s people, and it involves being acutely aware of their needs and their dignity.
1st Sunday of Advent: The Lord is Coming | One-Minute Homily
Advent is here! The readings for the beginning of Advent focus on the end times, which can be concerning, but Doug Jones, SJ, reflects on the joy of waiting for the Lord.
How do we love God and neighbor? Listen. | One-Minute Homily
Jesus said that the greatest of the commandments is to love God with our entire being and to love our neighbors as ourselves. How do we do that?
Bartimaeus: Persistence in Prayer | One-Minute Homily
Have you ever hesitated to bring your needs to God? Doug Jones, SJ, reflects on Bartimaeus and how he teaches us to boldly approach God with our needs.
Controversy Surrounding Pope Francis’s Visit to Hungary Might Show His Diplomatic Priorities
Some of the controversy surrounding Pope Francis’s visit to Hungary may help us understand more about his diplomatic priorities.
Against Us or For Us? | One-Minute Homily
When Jesus’ disciples try to stop others from doing ministry in his name, Jesus tells them “whoever is not against us is for us.” Doug Jones, SJ, reflects on this message and the challenge to foster unity instead of division.
The Hard Work of Discipleship | One-Minute Homily
Being a disciple of Jesus is not easy, but it is worth it. Are we willing to put in the work?