Do you know how many hairs are on your head? God knows that and much more.
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.
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.
Shopping into a Brighter Future
Ken Homan, SJ on a new Huffington Post piece that challenges our impossible hopes of simply buying our way toward social change.
Transforming a Crisis into Hope
What does Pope Francis’ visit in South America have to do with Greece? And what does that have to do with me?
Something Old, Something New
Like the world around us that has seen both a mix of new and old in the last month, The Jesuit Post announces its redesigned site but continued effort to cover the sacred and secular.