Let’s face it: we often like things to be in our control.
Jesuit and Artist: A Vocation Shaped by Claver and the Tarahumara
How can brushstrokes become a prayer? In this reflection, Sebastián Salamanca-Huet, SJ recounts how St. Peter Claver and the Rarámuri people helped him see that being Jesuit and artist are not two callings, but one vocation.
What ‘Medical Assistance in Dying’ Tells us about the Origin of Human Dignity and the Meaning of Personhood
Canada has recently expanded the terms under which people may seek assistance in dying, even as New York is poised to legalize its own version of physician-assisted suicide. Erin Kast, SJ examines what these developments tell us about the differences in the meanings of ‘human dignity’ and ‘personhood’ as understood by the Church and in secular society.
The Conformist Trap: How Minimalism is Killing our Identities
From Cracker Barrel to city skylines, minimalism has stripped away much of what makes our culture unique. Alex Hale, SJ warns that this “conformist trap” isn’t just an aesthetic problem — it’s a spiritual one.
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!