How do you identify a Christian? While there might be many answers to that question, Christopher Smith, SJ, reflects on the one answer that Jesus gives in today’s gospel.
A Meditation with a Contemporary Our Lady of Sorrows
Using the aesthetics of pop art, Nick Leeper guides a meditation, asking us to gaze at Our Lady of Sorrows with new eyes.
Letters from TJP: My Final Lesson That Changes Everything
As the school year winds down, Ty Wahlbrink, SJ sets aside graphs and business plans to offer a more personal lesson. Writing in the spirit of the New Testament letters, he reflects on the Resurrection as both the foundation of his faith and of Jesuit education.
Hunting and the Prince of Peace: Can a Catholic Justify Killing Animals Unnecessarily?
Many Catholics hunt—some even as a way of connecting with creation. Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ examines the morality of hunting using Scripture and Catholic teaching.
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.
TJP Reads: Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
The true power of Trevor Noah’s new (and hilarious) memoir is to enlist us in the war on bulls—.