John the Baptist knew who he was through Christ and he used his very self to point others to Christ. Deacon Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on John’s example and how we might find our own identity in and through Christ.
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Tom met the Jesuits while studying at St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia. As a Jesuit, he has studied philosophy at Fordham University and taught math and theology at Scranton Preparatory School. Currently, Tom is studying theology at Boston College's School of Theology and Ministry in preparation for ordination to the priesthood.
Joined in 2019 10 posts telitzsj@thejesuitpost.org
What Are God’s Gifts For? | One-Minute Homily
Do we make use of the gifts that God has given us? Deacon Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on the purpose of God’s gifts so that we might be transformed by them.
Being Friends With God | One-Minute Homily
Can we truly be friends with God? Yes! Our call to love God is a call to a deeper relationship, which also means loving all those whom God loves. Deacon Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on this call to greater friendship with God.
God’s Disruptions and Invitations | One-Minute Homily
A change in our plans can be frustrating, but sometimes a great invitation comes along that we can’t miss. Deacon Tom Elitz reminds us to be open to God disrupting our plans so that we don’t miss a great banquet.
Learning to Delight in Mercy | One-Minute Homily
Revenge seems satisfying. Kindness, forgiveness, and mercy are better. Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on our call to forgive and to love like God.
The Humility of Asking for Help | One-Minute Homily
It can be difficult to ask for help. Doing so can help us grow in humility and bring us closer to God. Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on the humility and faith of the Canaanite woman from the gospel.
What World Youth Day Taught a Jesuit Pilgrim
Read how one Jesuit’s recent trip to Portugal to attend World Youth Day helped him understand the essence of Catholicism.
Learning the Language of God | One-Minute Homily
How can we learn the language of God? The same as with any other language, with time and practice. Tom Elitz, SJ, preaches on learning the language of God in today’s One-Minute Homily.
The Feast of Corpus Christi: An Incarnation of Love
The bread and wine become the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. What does that mean for us?