Finding God in Football: The Ignatian Examen Applied to Sports

by | Apr 8, 2025 | Spirituality, Sports    ~ Approx. 4 mins

 

As a semi-professional soccer player, Javi Bailén, SJ understood the importance of routine reflection. As a Jesuit, he discovered how the Ignatian spirituality provides perfect tools for athletes and teams to reflect on their performance. In his first for TJP, Javi writes about how the Examen can be adapted for sports teams to find God in their game – and perhaps improve their future play.

Finding God in Newcastle United’s Long-Awaited Trophy

by | Apr 2, 2025 | Pop Culture, Sports    ~ Approx. 4 mins

 

On March 16, Newcastle United F.C. won their first trophy in over half a century. Christopher Brolly, SJ, a Newcastle lad living in Boston, reflects on the significance of his beloved football club’s victory for the city and its people. Brolly writes that the club’s triumph in the Carabao Cup goes deeper than football.

The Jubilee Year: It’s Time to Come Home

by | Mar 17, 2025 | Spirituality    ~ Approx. 6 mins

 

In his first piece for The Jesuit Post, Eric Lastres, SJ reflects on the Jubilee Year of Hope and the invitation to renewal it offers.

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On Palm Sunday we celebrate the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and we hear the narrative of the Passion. Alex Hale, SJ, reminds us that in the joyful celebration of Palm Sunday, we can’t forget the work that is left to be done, including in our own hearts

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