Saint Josephine Bakhita suffered horrific abuse as a victim of human trafficking, yet she treasured her life and is remembered for her love.
In the face of personal tragedy and driven by the needs in a new nation, Elizabeth Ann Seton’s selfless response led to her becoming the first American-born saint in the Catholic Church.
We can all be like the dishonest steward from time to time. Juan Ruiz, SJ, reminds us that we are always called to admit and amend our mistakes in this week’s One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, September 22, 2019. Jesus always admires us when we have the courage to admit and amend […]
What makes an apology acceptable?
After the Resurrection, the disciples are recklessly enthusiastic out of love of Christ. Juan Ruiz, SJ, challenges us to live by their example in this week’s One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for May 5, 2019, which you can find here: https://bit.ly/2ZWucAj
7 Moments we hope not to see and 3 we absolutely want during finals week…
In today’s Gospel Jesus says, “…the things that come out from within are what defile.” In this week’s One-Minute Homily, Juan Ruiz, SJ, reflects on the scandal that has defiled the Church from within and the call to protect the “orphans and widows” of our day. Based on the readings for Sunday, September 2, which […]
What is Lent really about? Juan Ruiz, SJ, gives some great advice about Lenten promises during this week’s One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, March 18, 2018, which you can read here http://bit.ly/2GxMAGx
Juan Ruiz, SJ lives and works in Houston and was in the city throughout Hurricane Harvey.
Political strongmen in the United States are not free to do as they please.