The Holy Family went through a lot together. Eric Immel, SJ, reminds us that we too can model the Holy Family through prayer and perseverance. Based on the readings for Sunday, December 29, 2019. https://youtu.be/oAVKyVWgFLg My grandma used to say, “a family that...
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Eric was raised in Green Bay, and despite his best efforts to remain indifferent, the Packers have a stronghold on his emotional well-being. He enjoys grilling bratwurst, whales, and playing the drums. If he weren't a Jesuit, he'd likely make a last ditch effort at penning terrible pop songs. He appreciates a good beard and Stanley Tucci movies, and he studies theology at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry.
Joined in 2013 93 posts eimmelsj@thejesuitpost.org
The Day After Christmas I Think about Death
It’s December 26th. The day after Christmas. And, weirdly, while we celebrated a birth yesterday, we remember a death today.
4th Week of Advent: God and Dreams | One-Minute Homily
God spoke to Joseph in dreams. How does God speak to you? Eric Immel, SJ, reflects on dreams and recognizing God's call in this week's One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, December 22, 2019. https://youtu.be/oZ-fHN9MIkY It was all a dream, but did I...
Do My Genes Fit?
Who we are is more than our genes.
A Way To Encounter
A costume, a pin, and a donut: all opportunities for encounter.
Don’t Always #SkipTheLine
Lines are long sometimes, but good things can happen at the end.
It Takes 10,000 Steps
Sometimes any goal will do, even if it’s a simple as a step.
When There’s Nothing To Say
We need to speak up. Sometimes, knowing what to say doesn’t come easy.
One-Minute Homily: “Gathered for a Meal”
What brings us together for a meal? Today we celebrate Holy Thursday and the beginning of the Easter Triduum. Eric Immel, SJ, reminds us of the importance of coming together for this special meal. You can find the readings for Holy Thursday here: https://bit.ly/2IfT3Wi