We can’t always be in a spiritual high, but these moments can motivate us as we continue on our journey. William Manaker, SJ, reflects on the experience of the Transfiguration.
Beavers, Muskrats, and the Real Invitation of Lent
As Lent approaches, Brennan Dour, SJ, reflects on the curious historical case of Catholics in New France classifying beavers as fish during Lent, and the reminder it offers that Lent’s purpose is not a rigid intensifying of rules, but God’s invitation to grow closer to him whatever our circumstances.
St. Paul Miki and Companions: A Witness to God’s Transformative Love
Ben Jansen, SJ, reflects on the legacy of the 26 Martyrs of Japan, whose joyful witness to Christ in the face of persecution and death continues to inspire Christians worldwide.
Meeting Voters Where They Are: The Success of Jonathan Haidt
In a deeply polarized political climate, Jonathan Haidt has helped unite ideologically diverse states around phone-free school policies. Alex Hale, SJ argues that this success reflects an Ignatian way of proceeding—meeting people where they are through genuine dialogue.
Another Sort of Teaching
Fr. James Schall, SJ was anything but an ordinary teacher.
One-Minute Homily: “Easter Changes Everything”
Christ is risen! We better pay attention, says Fr. Michael Rossmann, SJ in this One-Minute Homily for Easter Sunday.
Easter for the Heavy-Hearted
It’s been a heavy Holy Week. What does that mean for Easter?
Tiger Woods’ Comeback Is Not a Redemption Story
Let’s not confuse Tiger Woods’ win at the Masters for a redemption story. Let’s call it what it is: a comeback. As Holy Week teaches us, redemption is about healing and right relationships. This is a sports story. It’s a comeback.
The Sacred Carnality of Holy Week
Just as a poem transmits greater meaning in an audible reading than a theoretical analysis, Holy Week offers us a powerful and carnal memoir.
What Notre Dame Will Our Generation Build?
Notre Dame was a witness to the beauty of faith