The story of the Prodigal Son gives us a beautiful portrait of the mercy and compassion of God. No matter who we identify with in the story, there is a celebration waiting for us. Matthew Zurcher, SJ, reflects and asks: What is keeping us from going in?
Praying with the Pope: Caring for the Mental Health of Farm Workers
As the Church prays this November for those struggling with mental health, Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ draws attention to an often unseen group: slaughterhouse workers. In this reflection, he links compassion for animals with care for the human souls bearing the trauma of the meat industry.
Coming Soon: Season 9 of The Jesuit Border Podcast
Season 9 of The Jesuit Border Podcast is launching next week. The team has seen a lot of changes on the border and across the country since our last season ended in April. Listen to today’s teaser for a glimpse into the lives of Victoria and Lian who share their stories.
The Spiritual Foundation of a Lasting Ecological Conversion
How do the Spiritual Exercises speak to an ecological crisis? In this Season of Creation, Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ proposes an “Ecological First Principle and Foundation” to ground a lasting ecological conversion.
The Pen is Mightier … Than the Text?
With the decline of cursive, does handwriting even matter? Colten Biro, S.J., wonders.
A Tale of Two Churches: the Bishops and Religious Liberty
Can the US Bishops advocate for religious liberty in a way that engages Americans of all political beliefs?
A Layover in Ramadan
In transit through the Middle East, Michael Mohr, SJ, is surprised by an unexpected cultural lesson.
Giving in to Birthdays
Against the backdrop of birthday scroogery, Garrett Gundlach SJ makes his case for taking the bus.
TJP Video: Father 2 Father
Watch what some newly ordained Jesuit ‘Fathers’ had to say to their ‘Fathers’ on Father’s Day 2017.
“You’re just like your dad…”
I knelt in the front pew, watching the rest of the congregation pass by to receive Communion. I had spent a majority of the Mass quietly crying off-and-on. As my dad walked by, he smiled and warmly patted me on the cheek, tears running down his own face. I felt as if...