When Jesus wept at the tomb of Lazarus, he showed us that he is like us. Joe Nolla, SJ, reflects on the power of tears and laughter and how they reveal that Jesus shows us an image of God who cries with and for us.
Atomic Pilgrim: A Book Review
In his forthcoming memoir Atomic Pilgrim, James Patrick Thomas recounts his cross-continental pilgrimage from Washington State to the Holy Land and his later activism back home. Writing for The Jesuit Post, Luke Lapean, SJ reflects on how the memoir provocatively asks whether true success in the struggle for change lies in measurable outcomes or in the quiet, interior transformation of the one who walks the road.
Our Political Idols: Why We Mislabel the Popes (and Ourselves)
Media narratives try to force Pope Leo XIV into political boxes that no pope can check. Alex Hale, SJ warns that politics now replaces religion in shaping American identity and calls Catholics to rise above division in pursuit of unity.
Eating Vegan and Healthy Isn’t Selfish — It’s Faithful
The Catholic faith esteems the human body as a temple of the Holy Spirit. Given the negative health outcomes of animal-based foods, Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ reflects how loving God, neighbor, and self through a plant-based diet seems to be a no-brainer.
Why We Need to Take the Joker Seriously
The new Joker has sparked controversy for its portrayal mental illness and violence. But it forces the question, does our culture foster the same indifference to the poor and suffering?
Catholic Anti-Nuclear Activists On Trial During Respect Life Month
Seven Catholics are on trial for breaking into a nuclear submarine base to protest weapons they, and Pope Francis, say, are immoral.
Tom Reese, SJ on the Amazon Synod: An Interview
Where are we as the Church moves toward the end of the Synod? A veteran observer of the synods and Papacy reflects.
Bon Iver’s “Faith” Wants You to Lose Yours
So many people are convinced that they create the meaning of their lives and that any faith or tradition handed down to them can and should be abandoned. Bon Iver’s new song “Faith” is an ode to this idea. St. Anselm helps clarify why that view is wrong.
Cardinal Newman’s Three Reminders
A newly canonized saint speaks to us. Will we be able to hear?
St. Ignatius Never Took Sick Days
Montezuma’s Revenge and the Evil Spirit’s Opportunity.