When Jesus tells his disciples to feed the 5000, it must have seemed like an impossible task. Martin Ngo, SJ, reflects on this command and the example that Jesus gives us to act with compassion.
God Calls Ordinary People: A Reflection on the Life of Pope Francis
Since his passing, the world has been commemorating the extraordinary life and ministry of Pope Francis. Brennan Dour, SJ reflects that what distinguishes the late pontiff’s example was above all his humanity and humility. His life reminds us that ordinary people are called to extraordinary discipleship
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.
Forever? Marriage, Divorce, and the Synod on the Family
Cyril Pinchak, SJ reflects on our human capacity to commit forever, and how the Synod on the Family might forever change ‘forever’.
Serra: The Debate Continues
There’s still plenty of disagreement on the canonization of Fray Junipero Serra.
The Work of Worship
Worry is worthless. Worship is worthy of us. Brendan Busse, SJ reflects on praise, reverence, and service.
Feed My Veep: Joe Biden on Faith, Family, and Politics
Joe Simmons, SJ watches Biden’s interview with America Media and wonders…is something new afoot in faith in the public square?
Honey, I’m Good, Right Where I Am
With the song stuck in his head, Colten Biro, SJ reflects upon some of the insights of Andy Grammer’s “Honey I’m Good.”
The Surprising Joy of the Jim Gaffigan Show
What can a sitcom teach us about priesthood?