The earth cries out with joy in spring. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects that we too, as part of creation, should maintain our joy throughout our whole lives through the practice of the Ignatian Examen. Based on the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter.
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Ty lives in Evanston, IL where he teaches Economics and Entrepreneurship courses at Loyola Academy. A proud product of Cincinnati, Ohio, Ty is an economist whose journey to the Jesuits from the banking world started by encountering various Jesuits on Twitter. In his free time, you will find Ty on meandering long walks through the city, hiking in a state park, trying out a new recipe, or cheering on FC Cincinnati from wherever he finds himself. As a Jesuit, Ty has studied philosophy at Fordham University in NYC and the ITESO in Mexico, presented workshops on the five love languages, and worked at a migrant shelter in the Mexican desert—all the while sharing God's immense love for us.
Joined in 2022 23 posts twahlbrinksj@thejesuitpost.org
Letters from TJP: My Final Lesson That Changes Everything
As the school year winds down, Ty Wahlbrink, SJ sets aside graphs and business plans to offer a more personal lesson. Writing in the spirit of the New Testament letters, he reflects on the Resurrection as both the foundation of his faith and of Jesuit education.
God’s Beloved Children | One-Minute Homily
The evil spirit always tries to make us think we are unworthy of our calling as children of God. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects that the Christian should use the season of Lent to shore up their defenses against the tricks of the evil one. Based on the readings for the 1st Sunday of Lent.
Prophecy, Politics, and Polarization: What Faithfulness Requires Now
As polarization intensifies and public discourse grows harsher, spoken prophecy can unfortunately devolve into noise. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ proposes that the antidote for the everyday Catholic is an Ignatian form of prophecy—one grounded in discernment, conscience formation, and love put into action.
Schools of Love | One-Minute Homily
Families are our first school of love. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects that God could have chosen any way to enter the world—but God chose to have a family. Based on the readings for the Feast of the Holy Family.
Advent: Learning to Wait | One-Minute Homily
Time is at a premium for many in December. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ extends an invitation to practice patient awaiting this Advent to look for the ways God is breaking into the world. Based on the readings for the First Sunday of Advent.
Our Call to Sainthood | One-Minute Homily
On All Saints Day, the Church celebrates countless holy men and women. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects how this feast—especially with the Gospel reading of the Beatitudes—reminds us Catholics that we are all called to be saints. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of All Saints.
Listed to God, not Ghosts | One-Minute Homily
The Gospel call to follow Jesus often might also implicate conversion in other aspects of our lives. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects how the story of Lazarus is our call to conversion today. Based on the readings for the 26th Sunday of Ordinary Time.
Growing the Kingdom | One-Minute Homily
God has a vast kingdom—and everyone is invited. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects on the importance of missionary discipleship so that all might come to experience God’s love. Based on the readings for the 21st Sunday of Ordinary Time.