Christians are challenged to forgive daily, but could it also be a sacrament? In a follow-up to his previous article, Erin explores the relationship between forgiveness and the priestly identity of every baptized Christian.
All posts by Erin Kast, SJ
Born in northern Wisconsin, Erin entered the Society of Jesus in 2015 after earning his Bachelor’s in Biology and Religious Studies. He likes cooking, plants, playing soccer, and getting outdoors, especially during a good, cold, snowy Wisconsin winter. He’s currently studying philosophy at Loyola University in Chicago.
Joined in 2017 8 posts ekastsj@thejesuitpost.org
Is Forgiveness Necessary for Psychological Health?
Forgiveness is one of the most important themes of the Christian gospel yet a recent New York Times article suggests it may sometimes be ‘overrated.’ Erin explores the relationship between forgiveness, psychological health, and the Christian gospel.
Who is responsible for the dead in Gaza and Israel? We are.
The Israel-Hamas war is a tragedy fostered by centuries of anti-Semitism and decades of the forced displacement of millions of Palestinians. Erin Kast reflects on the West’s responsibility in this war and urges Christians to embrace the side of peace.
Afghanistan and the Gospel
Leaving Afghanistan was a tragedy, as was the entire war. In light of the end of this 20 year occupation which claimed the lives of over 150,000 people, we must confront uncomfortable questions raised by Jesus and the Gospel.
What the Prophetic Words of Jeremiah Call Us to Today
America first! Black Lives Matter! Law and order. Structures of oppression. Amid the turmoil of our world today, the words of the great Old Testament prophet Jeremiah continue to speak to us. What does he call us to today?
Facing Death and Finding Hope in Light of COVID-19
The outbreak of COVID-19 has reminded the world, young and old alike, that we will face our own death someday. For many of us, this fear has never been more immediate. But the mystery of our Christian faith tells us that death doesn’t have the final word. How can our faith help us to find hope even amid the fear and anxiety of the current pandemic?
A Prayer on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: For the Grace to Boldly Work Towards Racial Justice
As we celebrate the life of Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., may this prayer, for all those who pray it, be a means to avail ourselves of God’s gracious gift and so “receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need” (Heb. 4:16).
The Beatification of Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.
In his TJP debut, Erin Kast, SJ shares his experience of being at the beatification Mass of Solanus Casey, OFM Cap.