What was Jesus looking for in his disciples? What does he look for in us? Fr. Brian Strassburger, SJ, reflects on the faith of the fishermen that Jesus called to be disciples.
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.
Build the Wall
We need to build Trump’s border wall, but not for the reasons you think.
Construyamos el Muro
Necesitamos construir el muro de Trump, pero no por las razones que piensas.
One-Minute Homily: “The Smell of the Sheep”
Want to experience joy? Listen. Discern. Live your vocation. In this week’s One-Minute Homily, Fr. Michael Rossmann, SJ reminds us that God continues to call good shepherds.
“Mask Off God” Rap: Unmasking Hidden Holiness
Jesuit rapper Michael A. Martinez, S.J. releases new “Mask Off God” music video and unmasks the hidden sacredness behind Future’s original song.
Time for a New New Deal
America needs to rediscover its history, identity, and communitarian values
God’s Not Dead – He’s Bread
Billy Critchley-Menor, SJ breaks bread and finds God again and again.