What would you do to obtain a great treasure? What are we willing to do for the sake of the Kingdom of God? William Manaker, SJ, reflects on the value of the Kingdom of God through the parable of the treasure in the field.
Inside Jesuit Life: Prepping for the Priesthood in Theology Studies
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
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
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.
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.
A Beautiful Bond: Argentinian Nun Ministers to Transgender Women
Nun says God is “very present” in ministry to transgender women.
Happy Ignatius Day!
Today is the Feast Day of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. TJP's David Inczauskis, SJ, had the great opportunity to travel to Spain and explore some of the sites from the life of Ignatius. Take a moment to see the sites and reflect on his life....
Jurassic Park and the Problem of Ambition
Cool dinosaur fights? Yep. Moral reflection? Not so much.
Mamma Mia and the Heroic Love of Motherhood
Despite our imperfections, heroic love can ABBAsolutely change our lives.