His law is love, and His Gospel is peace.
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.
Canonizing History
Ken Homan explores what canonizging a controversial saint-to-be means for how we think about the past
Too Much Telephone
Moment has arrived, an app that counts the minutes Garrett Gundlach SJ spends on his iPhone. Uh-oh.
Critique and Authenticity: When the Ideal Obscures the Good
Our internal monologues are often full of critique and ideal expectations. Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ quiets the voice of critique just long enough to notice the gift of authenticity.
Religion as an Interactive Game
“Full, active, and conscious participation.” Nate Romano explores the interesting connections between interactive games and the practice of religion.
Ice Cream For Breakfast?
Jason Downer SJ found out about a great way to beat the blizzard blues.
Mistakes Were Made
Ever wish there were an autocorrect tool for your life? Eric Immel, SJ reflects on errors of commitment, judgment, and the grace of mistakes.