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Atomic Pilgrim: A Book Review
In his forthcoming memoir Atomic Pilgrim, James Patrick Thomas recounts his cross-continental pilgrimage from Washington State to the Holy Land and his later activism back home. Writing for The Jesuit Post, Luke Lapean, SJ reflects on how the memoir provocatively asks whether true success in the struggle for change lies in measurable outcomes or in the quiet, interior transformation of the one who walks the road.
Our Political Idols: Why We Mislabel the Popes (and Ourselves)
Media narratives try to force Pope Leo XIV into political boxes that no pope can check. Alex Hale, SJ warns that politics now replaces religion in shaping American identity and calls Catholics to rise above division in pursuit of unity.
Eating Vegan and Healthy Isn’t Selfish — It’s Faithful
The Catholic faith esteems the human body as a temple of the Holy Spirit. Given the negative health outcomes of animal-based foods, Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ reflects how loving God, neighbor, and self through a plant-based diet seems to be a no-brainer.
TJP Reads: The New Jim Crow
Jason Downer, SJ, reflects on social failures and the problem of mass incarceration.
Bed Bugs: Finding Grace in the Grotesque
Living with bed bugs is terrible. Garrett Gundlach, SJ looks back on his infestation for insight.
TJP Reads: American Psycho and Anna Karenina
Anonymity and Other Existential Problems of the Rich and Famous
Hearts in Need: Practicing Presence & Embracing Reality
What do Pixar’s “Inside Out”, throwing rocks, and comfort have in common? David Romero takes a look and explores how just being present is a huge gift we can offer.
Our Claim: What We Need And Want
We belong to one another. Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ explores the claims we make on each other and God.
10 Reasons I Love Being American & Catholic
Joe Simmons, SJ considers 10 reasons he is proud to be American and Catholic in these interesting times.