Inside Jesuit Life: Prepping for the Priesthood in Theology Studies

by | Jul 22, 2026 | Inside Jesuit Life    ~ Approx. 9 mins

 

Theology studies mark the final stage of Jesuit formation for priesthood. Fr. Brian Strassburger, SJ reflects on how experiences in the classroom, in parish and prison ministry, and in Jesuit community have prepared him for priestly ministry at the culmination of more than a decade of formation.

Embracing the Spirituality of Sport

by | Jun 30, 2026 | Spirituality, Sports    ~ Approx. 4 mins

 

As Pope Leo asks the Church to pray that sports promote peace and personal growth, Jackson Graham, SJ, reflects on the spirituality of lacrosse and how the sport has deepened his own relationship with God and broadened his understanding of Ignatian spirituality.

Inside a Jesuit Regency: Reflection from the Lord’s Vineyard

by | Jun 25, 2026 | Inside Jesuit Life, Religious Life, The Jesuits    ~ Approx. 7 mins

 

As a period dedicated fully to active ministry, Regency is perhaps the most straightforward yet unique stage of Jesuit formation. River Simpson, SJ offers glimpses from his time as a regent teaching at St. Louis University High School and reflects on how the labor and graces of Jesuit formation come to fruition for and through the people of God.

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Before we celebrate Christmas, we reflect on the Annunciation in this week’s gospel. Austin Kleman, SJ, takes us through an exercise of imagining Mary at the Nativity as she recalls all that has taken place.

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