The story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus reminds us that Jesus is always willing to take time to encounter us and draw us closer to himself. Eric Immel, SJ, reflects in this week's One-Minute Homily, based on the readings for Sunday, April 26, 2020....
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.
Worth Reading: On Jane Goodall and the Environment
Jane Goodall has led an amazing life working with chimpanzees, but now, at 81, she spends her time with a tougher lot: fellow humans. Joe Simmons, SJ recommends you read about this extraordinary woman.
Worth Trying: Go for a Walk
I am a pretty restless person. Anyone that knows me can tell you that I’m not one to enjoy sitting around all day behind a book. Although I am known to enjoy a full day of Netflix every once in a while, I always feel disgusting afterwards. Luckily for me, this past...
Outsourcing Rights
Can public-private collaboration go too far? Nathaniel Romano SJ wonders what happens when we blur the lines.
Long Live the King! – UPDATED
Jason Welle considers the (practical and liturgical) implications of discovering Richard III’s body.
You Have To Read This Article About Social Media And Clickhole!!!
Is there a social media website you go to to relieve the dread you feel from social media websites? There might be now!
Who Are You Listening To?
Juan Ruiz SJ invites us to stop listening to ourselves only and start listening to each other.