Today on the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, David Romero, SJ, reflects on the Body of Christ that we receive and we are called to become.
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.
Eat, Pray, Doubt: Temptation and the Call to Love
Ever wonder if the life you’re living is the life you want? Eric Immel, SJ has.
The “Nones” of the Net
Mac or Windows user? How about none of the above? A look at independent computing from Jason Welle, SJ.
Political Climate Change
Pope Francis might be making some U.S. politicians a little hot under the collar. Or is that just global warming?
Like A Prayer
When the world is too much for words how do we pray? Jesuit playwright, Damian Torres-Botello, SJ suggests we pray simply, as we are, with a bit of silence, pen, and paper.
Black Churches Matter
Black churches are burning, and Brendan Busse tells us we cannot ignore the symbolism.
The Greatest and the Least: Praying with Laudato Si
As a priest who studies parasites, John Shea offers an interesting look at the Pope’s new encyclical.