It’s the biggest Catholic party of the summer. Michael Rossmann, SJ gives ten reasons you should go to World Youth Day (or at least follow it from home).
Posts in Spirituality
Thanks, Dad
Our TJP contributors reflect on the lessons and love shown to them by their fathers.
Worth Reading: “Bent Body, Lamb”
How do we stop holding life – and God – at a distance? Paddy Gilger, SJ points to a hauntingly beautiful essay that shows the way.
Prayer During Tragedy
Is it wrong to pray when tragedy strikes? Bill McCormick, SJ responds.
The Voice in My Throat
What does your voice say about you? Damian Torres-Botello, SJ explores the history of his voice and what it says about him today.
Reality, “Lost Boys,” & Hope
Colten Biro, SJ, discusses his struggle with hope, reality, and Ruth B.’s song “Lost Boys.”
A Prayer for Orlando
In times of tragedies, when we have no better words, let our prayers sustain us and encourage us to respond as Christ does.
Discernment, Choice, and Captain America
Choosing between goods can be hard, let alone choosing between your favorite superheroes.
A Stolen Past Is Just the Beginning
Garrett Gundlach, SJ tries to unknot poverty, hope and history as he reflects on his first year teaching on the Pine Ridge Reservation.
Who Would I Be?
What will you do if you don’t know who you are? TJP’s own karaoke king, Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ finds this to be something worth singing about.