Each year, some people give up things for Lent. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, offers his take on food, mothers, and his Lenten sacrifice.
Posts in Spirituality
A Great Offense
For all the difficulties of the living, Brendan Gottschall, SJ asks, why disrespect the dead?
The Struggle To Encounter The Other
Colten Biro, SJ reflects on his struggle to recognize that kindness and hospitality are not the same as encountering the other.
#Examen: Clicking, Liking, and Posting for the Greater Glory
Feeling squeamish after reading tweets or facebook comments? Ken Homan, SJ and Colten Biro, SJ offer a new version of an old prayer to help.
My Kind of Love
Eric Immel, SJ, thinks about Valentine’s Day and his latest experience of falling in love.
Finding Peace on YouTube
Ever feel bombarded online? Michael Rossmann, SJ shows how “Primitive Technology” on YouTube is a great place to find a little stillness.
Postmarked Pauses
Sometimes, we have to wait for a reply. Garrett Gundlach, SJ, remembers that the wait is worth it.
Sitting with a Stranger: On Injury and Empathy
We all have pain and we all have strife. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, shares how encountering pain and strife in his life has turned into a gift.
Who Are We Racing Against?
As an avid runner, Colten Biro, SJ, ponders the destructive effects of competitive streaks.
Millions Marching: From Loneliness to Communion
In his TJP debut, Steve Nicholson, SJ reflects on his experience at the Women’s March in Atlanta and has his deepest hope confirmed: we don’t have to be alone.