Reflecting on Saint Ignatius’s conversion, River invites us to our own rediscovery of a more authentic vision of masculinity.
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A Tea Ritual in Morocco: A Reflection of Formation in Patience
The Moroccan tea ritual involves more than merely boiling some water. Reflecting on the components of this cultural ritual, Danilo reflects on his formative experiences in Morocco that will shape his future as a minister.
Free Coffee: Fertile Grounds for Spiritual Conversation
At a few Jesuit universities around the United States, Jesuits in formation serve free coffee to students. Based on his experience of speaking with these students, Daniel offers a few thoughts for how we might begin to share the faith through casual conversation.
Do You Keep A Calendar of Ignatian Spirituality?
How Ignatian are you? No matter how long you’ve been familiar with St. Ignatius and his companions across the centuries, Jim Manney’s book “What Matters Most and Why: Living the Spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola,” is sure to have a surprise gem waiting for you to discover.
Sometimes, it’s best to leave it to the mule.
Last summer, Chris walked in the steps of St. Ignatius. While he anticipated the beautiful, holy sites, he wasn’t expecting to imitate him in one of his most notorious decisions.
Why shouldn’t I fight my enemies if I’m right?! Ask St. Peter Canisius.
A giant of the Counter-Reformation, St. Peter Canisius, a saint we celebrate today, offers a helpful perspective on how to engage with your ideological foes, inside or outside the Church.
Jesuit 101: The Third Week of the Spiritual Exercises
In the Third Week of the Spiritual Exercises, Ignatius brings our focus to the last moments in Jesus’ life, starting with the Last Supper and following every event through his crucifixion, death, and burial. We are invited to stay by his side and witness the great depths of God’s love for us.
This Lent, You Should Go to Prison
Experience the joy of prison ministry this Lent. Ian Peoples, SJ, shares his experience as a prison chaplain and reflects on the opportunity to encounter Christ. Discover how this ministry can change you and bring hope to those who need it most.
A Deacon’s Diary: A Deacon Going Home
Where is home? What does home mean? Damian reflects on the significance of home as he transitions from one kind of life to another.
How do you respond to the killing of friends? By dancing for hope.
After a month of struggle, Sebastian finally arrived at his new Jesuit mission. The people who greeted him there responded to the murders of two Jesuits in a way that surprised him: by dancing.