What will we leave behind to follow Jesus? Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ, reflects on the call of Jesus in today’s gospel.
Atomic Pilgrim: A Book Review
In his forthcoming memoir Atomic Pilgrim, James Patrick Thomas recounts his cross-continental pilgrimage from Washington State to the Holy Land and his later activism back home. Writing for The Jesuit Post, Luke Lapean, SJ reflects on how the memoir provocatively asks whether true success in the struggle for change lies in measurable outcomes or in the quiet, interior transformation of the one who walks the road.
Our Political Idols: Why We Mislabel the Popes (and Ourselves)
Media narratives try to force Pope Leo XIV into political boxes that no pope can check. Alex Hale, SJ warns that politics now replaces religion in shaping American identity and calls Catholics to rise above division in pursuit of unity.
Eating Vegan and Healthy Isn’t Selfish — It’s Faithful
The Catholic faith esteems the human body as a temple of the Holy Spirit. Given the negative health outcomes of animal-based foods, Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ reflects how loving God, neighbor, and self through a plant-based diet seems to be a no-brainer.
#Examen: Clicking, Liking, and Posting for the Greater Glory
Feeling squeamish after reading tweets or facebook comments? Ken Homan, SJ and Colten Biro, SJ offer a new version of an old prayer to help.
Katy Perry’s Grammy performance unpacked
Katy Perry–and her Grammy performance public act of conscientization–has David Inczauskis “Chained to the Rhythm”
My Kind of Love
Eric Immel, SJ, thinks about Valentine’s Day and his latest experience of falling in love.
Finding Peace on YouTube
Ever feel bombarded online? Michael Rossmann, SJ shows how “Primitive Technology” on YouTube is a great place to find a little stillness.
Four Reasons NOT to Read This Article
Joe Simmons wonders how a physically active, sociable adult can get pulled in, and pulled down, by a morning on the Magical World of Internet.
A Jesuit’s Ballot for the 59th Annual Grammy Awards
Colten Biro, SJ, picks his Grammy winners from the unexpected depth and insight of this year’s nominees.