On this Solemnity of Corpus Christi (the Body and Blood of Jesus), Christopher Smith, SJ, reminds us of the great gift that we have in the Eucharist.
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.
Embracing the Spirituality of Sport
As Pope Leo asks the Church to pray that sports promote peace and personal growth, Jackson Graham, SJ, reflects on the spirituality of lacrosse and how the sport has deepened his own relationship with God and broadened his understanding of Ignatian spirituality.
Inside a Jesuit Regency: Reflection from the Lord’s Vineyard
As a period dedicated fully to active ministry, Regency is perhaps the most straightforward yet unique stage of Jesuit formation. River Simpson, SJ offers glimpses from his time as a regent teaching at St. Louis University High School and reflects on how the labor and graces of Jesuit formation come to fruition for and through the people of God.
Home for Christmas: Starting Over
At Christmas Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ met his nieces again, for the first time.
Make or Break: Resolutions for a New Year
Our TJP contributors reflect upon their own resolutions and offer some practical advice for making resolutions in 2017.
The Best of What I Read in 2016
It may have been a rocky year, but it has been an excellent one for writing. Michael Rossmann, SJ offers his favorite articles from 2016 and invites you to do the same.
Can Anyone Beat the Crimson Tide?
Emanuel Werner, SJ wonders whether anyone has even a chance to defeat the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff.
Top 10 Joyful Sports Moments of 2016
Though 2016 was full of challenging news, Brian Strassburger, SJ argues that sports was a notable exception. Here he counts down the most joyful and exciting moments from the year in sports.
Called Out of Consumption
As a new year approaches, Eric Immel SJ considers his consumption and the possibility of change.