This weekend, almost 1,700 people gathered at a conference center just outside of Washington, D.C. for the 18th annual Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice, organized by the Ignatian Solidarity Network. The theme this year is simply one word: Bridges. Delegates,...
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Why Do We Still Love Bond Films?
Dan Dixon, S.J. wonders what it is about the Bond franchise that sustains fandom for over 50 years.
5 Ways Gratitude Can Change American Politics
Our political scientist Bill McCormick, SJ explains that two essential truths can define American political culture: disillusionment and gratitude. But we’re only talking about one of them.
Soap Operas and Syrian Refugees
You probably find soap operas ridiculous, but soap opera aficionado Lucas Sharma shares a can’t-miss story about a remarkable young refugee.
“It’s the Pope!”: What Francis’ Visit Reveals About Americans
In his debut piece for TJP, Bill McCormick, SJ reflects on American enthusiasm for the Pope, and what it says about who we aspire to be.
South and North American History-X
Social studies 101 with Prof. Francis is now in session…
Pope Francis Goes to Congress
Danny Gustafson, SJ offers some thoughts on Pope Francis’s usage of U.S. history in his speech to Congress.
Forever? Marriage, Divorce, and the Synod on the Family
Cyril Pinchak, SJ reflects on our human capacity to commit forever, and how the Synod on the Family might forever change ‘forever’.
Serra: The Debate Continues
There’s still plenty of disagreement on the canonization of Fray Junipero Serra.
Feed My Veep: Joe Biden on Faith, Family, and Politics
Joe Simmons, SJ watches Biden’s interview with America Media and wonders…is something new afoot in faith in the public square?