Sometimes when that party invitation comes, you just want to say no!
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.
Yelling at College Kids
It’s that time of year again. Michael Rossmann, SJ describes the seasonal disorder of yelling at college kids while watching football.
The Magi Continue Their Journey
Just as the Magi continue their journey, this series from Perry Petrich shows how those on the border also continue their journey.
The Journey of the Magi Today
While working on the U.S.-Mexico border, Perry Petrich, SJ describes the people he meets who have left their homes in search of transformation and asks us to consider where we see the Magi in our daily lives.
Meet the Most Vulnerable: What We Can Learn from Refugees
“You’ve got it wrong, Mr. Trump!” Brian Strassburger, SJ, explains why refugees REALLY flee. Their stories are heartbreaking — and true.
The Best of What I Read in 2015
We live in a world where fantastic writing is available at our fingertips for free. Michael Rossmann shares his favorite articles from 2015.
Inaccurate Answers to Your Unanswered Force Awakens Questions
Now that you’ve seen the new Star Wars, Chris Schroeder answers all of your Force Awakens questions. Well, he gives answers. They may not be entirely accurate. At least they’re entertaining!