Jesus tells his disciples that he is sending an Advocate to be with us always. Jeff Ryan Miraflor, SJ, reflects on this message of hope in this week's One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, May 17. https://youtu.be/2cWAEIN3npw Christ is Risen! It’s still...
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.
Sharing Yourself(ie)
Are selfies as self-centered as they seem? Alex Placke, SJ offers a new way of thinking about the selfie.
Pray, Set, Match
The Loyola University Chicago Men’s Volleyball Team wanted to repeat as NCAA National Champions. Eric Immel, SJ, reflects on his journey toward becoming a part of the team.
Disney’s Tomorrowland
Are science and technology enough for humanity to avoid self-destruction? Or do we need something more?
Laudato Si — Pope Francis’s Ecology Encyclical Is Almost Here!
Henry Longbottom, SJ offers some thoughtful suggestions for how to get ready to read Pope Francis’s forthcoming encyclical.
The Sounds of Summer
Looking for that perfect jam for a road trip or day at the beach? Check out Ken Homan’s list of summer tunes.
National Donut Day!
Jason Downer, SJ, wonders what would June be without National Donut Day?