What can Simon of Cyrene teach us about the Passion?
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.
Embracing the Spirituality of Sport
As Pope Leo asks the Church to pray that sports promote peace and personal growth, Jackson Graham, SJ, reflects on the spirituality of lacrosse and how the sport has deepened his own relationship with God and broadened his understanding of Ignatian spirituality.
Inside a Jesuit Regency: Reflection from the Lord’s Vineyard
As a period dedicated fully to active ministry, Regency is perhaps the most straightforward yet unique stage of Jesuit formation. River Simpson, SJ offers glimpses from his time as a regent teaching at St. Louis University High School and reflects on how the labor and graces of Jesuit formation come to fruition for and through the people of God.
The After-Math: Which Lives Matter?
In light of even more troubling events in the news, Brendan Busse reflects not just on how many deaths matter but on how any lives matter.
No SNAP for You!
Should the poor be banned from eating certain foods? Nate Romano explores what is really behind recent attempts to change what SNAP (more commonly known as food stamps) can be used for.
Unsolicited Advice for College Seniors
The Muppets can help you prepare for graduation? Jason Downer SJ explains.
With Scars and All
In these first days of Easter, Eric Immel, SJ reflects on sickness, survival, and how the resurrected still bear the scars of crucifixion.
Be Avant-Garde and Learn How to Modern Dance
New contributor Andrés Arteaga tells us how to channel our angsty pas de bourree into something greater.
Happy Happy (Easter) Joy Joy
We asked The Jesuit Post contributors to share what Easter joy looks like for them. It got ridiculous really quickly: the Wendy’s frosty, an overly-excited view of a double rainbow, Carly Rae Jepson, etc. Share with us what Easter joy looks like for you.





