Faith is not just an individual endeavor, it involves a community. Joe Nolla, SJ, reflects on Pentecost, when we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit sent to enliven an entire community of believers.
A Pilgrimage to the “City of Charity”
As part of their novitiate experience, many Jesuit novices undertake a pilgrimage during their first year of formation. Chris Kinkor, SJ, reflects on the first stop of his 2024 pilgrimage to the National Shrine and Basilica of Our Lady of Victory in Lackawanna, NY and what it taught him about relying on God’s Providence.
An Invitation to Consider Spiritual Direction this Easter Season
Your walk with God is already underway. Spiritual direction is a way of paying attention to God with you on your journey. As we journey through the Easter season, Eric Panicco, SJ offers an introduction to Spiritual Direction and an invitation to consider incorporating it into your own walk of faith.
Inside the Jesuit Novitiate: Reflections on the Novitiate from a Recently-Vowed Jesuit
The Jesuit Novitiate can be a mysterious time for family and friends of Jesuit novices. Paul Gillam, SJ, offers a look at the novitiate experience from the perspective of a Jesuit who took First Vows in August, 2025 and shares his reflections on the first stage of Jesuit formation.
Condemning to Death in a Culture of Life
Pope Francis wants us to embrace a culture of life.
Sleeping at the Gate, Dying in the Desert
What does current immigration policy tell us about the God we believe in?
Survival of the Wittiest
Online, the competition for people’s attention is ruthless. The Church better step up its game, says Fr. Michael Rossmann, SJ in the latest installment of “The Digital Church.”
The Vatican II Option: An Interview with Massimo Faggioli
“I see my job as not giving easy answers but to ask questions that raise the complexity of issues.” Massimo Faggioli speaks with TJP about the task of the theologian today.
Chance the Rapper, Prophet
Chance dropped four new tracks with prophetic themes. Social justice, God, and the role of women in our faith lives.
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Could the Thai Cave Rescue, Rescue Us?
The story of the summer. The world held its breath. Let’s pause to reflect before the moment is lost.