What do Pixar’s “Inside Out”, throwing rocks, and comfort have in common? David Romero takes a look and explores how just being present is a huge gift we can offer.
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#LoveWins
Jason Welle, remembering his family, reflects on his hopes for the U.S. after this week’s decision.
You Have Memories
Facebook memories can be both precise and incomplete at the same time. In either case, Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ finds them to be an occasion of gratitude.
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.
This I Believe: Created in God’s Image
If we’re all made in God’s image and likeness, Damian Torres-Botello, SJ offers a prayer that we might all embrace that godly image.
A Pope Prays, the Digital World Pauses
Leave it to a Jesuit Pope to break the digital immediate-response cycle. Matt Spotts on how Pope Francis called us to prayer.
Sarcasm Part 2: Simpsons, Seinfeld, and St. Ignatius’ Response to Cynicism
You can tell a lot about a person by what they read. I, for one, love perusing people’s bookshelves – but all bets are off in a Jesuit community…
Life of a Spiritual Athlete: Learning to Sing
Late last fall, I gave my first public singing performance. I had picked up voice lessons for the first time in my life last fall and was totally shocked by how much I enjoyed it…
Where’s Home for You? Reflections on the Transitional State
Look, transitions are hard. Luckily Joe Simmons knows exactly where the “play Semisonic now” button is located and uses it freely.
Why Pray? Socrates, Mind-Games & Taking Your Time (Part 1)
“I’d really like to pray, but… I’m just so busy that I don’t have the time.” I said these words, with utter sincerity, Well, partial sincerity at least… how could adding prayer to my busy life improve it?