Today is the Solemnity of All Saints! As we remember the holy ones that inspire us, Martin Ngo, SJ, reflects on how we are all called to holiness. It’s more than a check-list, it’s a matter of habit.
Finding God in Football: The Ignatian Examen Applied to Sports
As a semi-professional soccer player, Javi Bailén, SJ understood the importance of routine reflection. As a Jesuit, he discovered how the Ignatian spirituality provides perfect tools for athletes and teams to reflect on their performance. In his first for TJP, Javi writes about how the Examen can be adapted for sports teams to find God in their game – and perhaps improve their future play.
Finding God in Newcastle United’s Long-Awaited Trophy
On March 16, Newcastle United F.C. won their first trophy in over half a century. Christopher Brolly, SJ, a Newcastle lad living in Boston, reflects on the significance of his beloved football club’s victory for the city and its people. Brolly writes that the club’s triumph in the Carabao Cup goes deeper than football.
The Jubilee Year: It’s Time to Come Home
In his first piece for The Jesuit Post, Eric Lastres, SJ reflects on the Jubilee Year of Hope and the invitation to renewal it offers.
New Hampshire 2016: Five Things We Learned
Dan Dixon and Bill McCormick offer five thoughtful take-aways from the primary in New Hampshire. Thanks to them, you’ll be the smartest person at the water cooler on Ash Wednesday…
10 Moments for Lent
We’ve all been there; there’s no sense in being ashamed. Juan Ruiz, SJ on some common moments in Lent.
Spring Today, Gone Tomorrow
They say ‘don’t get your hopes up’ when spring comes early, but Garrett Gundlach, SJ doesn’t care – it’s a great gift, no matter how short it lasts.
Mercy Me
Colten Biro, SJ, has been “Francis-ed.” Again.
Abandoning Football Just in Time for the Super Bowl
Ken Homan explores why it might be time for him to give up America’s favorite sport.
A New Creation
After his niece is baptized, Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ notices changes in the relationships all around him.