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.
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.
Prophecy, Politics, and Polarization: What Faithfulness Requires Now
As polarization intensifies and public discourse grows harsher, spoken prophecy can unfortunately devolve into noise. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ proposes that the antidote for the everyday Catholic is an Ignatian form of prophecy—one grounded in discernment, conscience formation, and love put into action.
UPDATE: The Murder of Father Carlos
Jesuits Respond to Danger
The Saint and the Dynamo in the 21st Century
Do we hold together our energy consumption and our spiritual lives?
The Next Cover-up: Sex Abuse & the Bishops’ Synod
Young People are Waiting for the Church to be the Church.
Prayer for Healing
In these difficult times, we need action, and we need prayer. Let us join our prayers together to help guide our action.
Where Do We Go From Here?
Responding to calls for reform and rebirth
Greatness and Teamwork: The Real Draw of College Football
It’s the most popular sport in the U.S. Why do we even watch??