The most famous Catholic in all the land pays tribute to his beloved, recently deceased, mother.
All posts by Paddy Gilger, SJ
Fr. Paddy Gilger, SJ is an amateur sociologist-and-philosopher but a professional Milwaukee Brewers fan. He lived and worked at Red Cloud Indian School on the Pine Ridge reservation and later at St. John's Parish at Creighton University. He was ordained a priest in 2013. Paddy is the founding Editor-in-Chief of The Jesuit Post.
Joined in 2012 29 posts pgilgersj@thejesuitpost.org @paddygilgersj
Worth Watching: “Easter Parade”
Judy Garland and Fred Astaire have a prominent place when Paddy Gilger goes looking for the Risen Jesus.
Habemus Papam Franciscum
The first Jesuit pope in the history of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, was elected this evening in Rome.
Worth Reading: Does the Holy Spirit Choose the Pope?
Over at Time.com, Jim Martin has posed a provocative question: does the Holy Spirit actually choose the pope?
The Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI
Pope Benedict XVI has announced his resignation of the Chair of St. Peter. What does it mean and where can you learn more? Paddy Gilger explores.
Worth Reading: An MLK Comic Book
What better way to learn non-violence from Dr. King than through the comic book method?
Making a List, Checking It All Through Advent
Nothing Says Advent Like a List… which is why Paddy Gilger has scoured the interwebs to uncover seven of the best resources to deepen your experience of Advent.
Worth Watching: The Wind
I’m sure I’m supposed to be doing something relevant right now, but instead I’m busy being mesmerized by the white-etched lines of wind on this map of the United States.
Cultural Satire, Gangnam Style
Not even self-professed music snob Patrick Gilger, SJ can resist Gangnam Style.