When Jesus teaches his disciples (and us) how to pray, he tells them to be persistent in prayer. Deacon Tim Breen, SJ, reflects on the transformative power of persistent prayer and our relationship with God.
Evangelization in the City
Pope Leo XIV has asked the Church to pray for evangelization in the city. Paul Gillam, SJ, reflects on our call to embrace the full incarnate reality of the city as we seek to proclaim the Gospel amidst its complexities.
Spider Man: A Brand New Day and the Search For God Within
Kevin Lee reflects on what Peter Parker’s journey into radical self-love shows us about Jesus’s unconditional love for all.
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.
Being Black in White America
African-American History Month is greater than just “appreciating” blacks: it’s also about seeing the white supremacy that grounds our nation’s social fabric.
Sitting with a Stranger: On Injury and Empathy
We all have pain and we all have strife. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, shares how encountering pain and strife in his life has turned into a gift.
Democratic Prophecy
Who speaks truth to power in a democracy?
Is ‘the Economy’ Stupid?
History continues to kick economists in the shins. Will they continue to persevere?
Building a Culture of Life
In his TJP debut, Mike Tedone, SJ shares some tips on how we can each take action to build a culture that respects life in all its forms.
Who Are We Racing Against?
As an avid runner, Colten Biro, SJ, ponders the destructive effects of competitive streaks.