When Jesus heals a deaf man in today’s gospel, he orders everyone not to tell anyone. What’s the big secret? Fr. Eric Sundrup, SJ, reflects on the Good News of God’s love and mercy, something we just can’t keep to ourselves.
Evangelization in the City
Pope Leo XIV has asked the Church to pray for evangelization in the city. Paul Gillam, SJ, reflects on our call to embrace the full incarnate reality of the city as we seek to proclaim the Gospel amidst its complexities.
Spider Man: A Brand New Day and the Search For God Within
Kevin Lee reflects on what Peter Parker’s journey into radical self-love shows us about Jesus’s unconditional love for all.
Inside Jesuit Life: Prepping for the Priesthood in Theology Studies
Theology studies mark the final stage of Jesuit formation for priesthood. Fr. Brian Strassburger, SJ reflects on how experiences in the classroom, in parish and prison ministry, and in Jesuit community have prepared him for priestly ministry at the culmination of more than a decade of formation.
Our Fathers
Brendan Busse, SJ reflects on the faults of fatherhood and our image of God.
Soap Operas and Syrian Refugees
You probably find soap operas ridiculous, but soap opera aficionado Lucas Sharma shares a can’t-miss story about a remarkable young refugee.
Can You Drink the Cup?
A poet doesn’t invent — he listens. Capuchin Br. Scott Surrency’s poem considers the Christian joy found on the far side of our doubts and hesitations.
Two Truths and my Arrogance
Garrett Gundlach, SJ is learning the value of humility the hard way, one game of ‘Two Truths and a Lie’ at a time.
Baseball, Technology, and Humanity
Matt Stewart looks at how a technology meant to help the viewer may be eliminating what makes watching sports so enjoyable.
National Cookie Month!
Beach season may be over, but baking season is just warming up!