Jesus chooses us even when we stumble. Simon Zachary, SJ reflects on Jesus’s betrayal by close friends and his steadfast loyalty. Based on the readings for Palm Sunday.
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Fr. Simon Zachary, SJ, currently teaches in the social studies department and serves as a school chaplain at Brophy College Preparatory in Phoenix, Arizona. He has also recently taught and assisted with chaplaincy work at Seattle Preparatory School. Simon is passionate about Jesuit secondary education and is particularly interested in measuring student impact. Outside of work, he spends his time reading and writing for his doctoral program in Catholic Educational Leadership at the University of San Francisco. In his free time, Simon enjoys baking, cooking, drinking coffee, praying, and traveling both within and outside the United States.
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Ashes of Humility I One-Minute Homily
Ashes remind us of our dependence on God. Simon Zachary, SJ encourages us to consider why we receive ashes. Based on the readings for Ash Wednesday.
Francis’ Visit to Egypt: Why Was It a Big Deal?
At a difficult time in Egyptian history, Pope Francis brought a lived faith rooted in the hope of the resurrection.
Facebook and Prayer: A Reaction to Paris and Beirut
While searching for how we can respond to the attacks in Paris and Beirut, Simon Zachary does the one thing he knows to do in a situation like this: pray.