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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.
Prada or Nada?: 3 Simple Fashion Tips from Pope Francis
Henry Longbottom, SJ considers the social, ecological, and spiritual impacts of ‘fast fashion’ in light of Pope Francis.
Pope is Hope
Alex Placke, SJ was in Times Square for the release of the “Popemojis” app and had a firsthand experience that #GoodIsWinning.
The Doubting Life
There are many ways to connect with others. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ reflects on the union of the lost and the unsure.
“Be Courageous!” – Valerie and the Pope
Pope Francis says volumes in two words, but it’s a teenage girl’s courage that awes Dan Dixon, SJ.
First Impressions Stick
He didn’t realize it at the time, but a Muslim player’s presence in an old computer game helped shape Dan Everson’s attitudes toward Islam.
Worth Watching: Jim Jefferies, Gun Control, and Pride
In light of yet more high-profile gun murders Vinny Marchionni, SJ expands on Australian Jim Jefferies’s lesson in humility on guns.