Caught between Peter and a hard place
Posts in Current Events
Why the Supreme Court’s Health Care Decision Matters
Our own Nate Romano SJ offers some thoughts on why today’s Supreme Court decision on healthcare is a victory for the common good.
On Jordan Spieth and Jesuit Grads
Dan Dixon, SJ reflects on the narrative of Jesuit-education exceptionalism in light of Jordan Spieth’s US Open victory.
What You Might Overlook in the Papal Encyclical
Don’t miss the subtle shifts in this new papal document.
National Donut Day!
Jason Downer, SJ, wonders what would June be without National Donut Day?
Awe in “No Man’s Sky”
Can a digital world leave you in awe? Juan Ruiz SJ investigates “No Man’s Sky.”
My Friend Bill Simmons
Losing a friend is never easy – even if you’ve never even met the guy. Paddy Gilger reflects on how ESPN’s decision not to renew the contract of Bill Simmon has affected him.
Becoming a Giraffe
Danny Gustafson, SJ shares some news about recent projects in Jesuit education and considers what that might mean for students and graduates.
The Fault: Natural Disaster, Poverty, and Violence
Faults are rupturing all around us. Brendan Busse asks us to look at the tensions beneath the crisis.
Worth Reading: Johann Hari
Vinny Marchionni, SJ shares an interesting take on how to save the War on Drugs’ #1 casualty – addicts.