What is it that leads you closer to Christ? Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, reflects on the Epiphany, when the Magi were led to Jesus by a star. Based on the readings for January 5, 2019. https://youtu.be/xeWcq6ZWZQY Look up! Go on, look up! Can you find your star?! Hello!...
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.
Breaking the Internet; My Heart
What’s going on when we look at Kim Kardashian’s “Break the Internet” cover? Who is it telling us to be?
We Used to Be Grateful
For some it’s nutmeg and cinnamon. For others it’s cigarettes and snow. Brendan Busse, SJ reflects on memories of half-smoked cigarettes and our need of a generous thanksgiving.
It’s Happening Here. It’s Happening Right Now.
Nearly two months ago, 43 Mexican students went missing. Marcos Gonzales, SJ looks at why it matters to us in the U.S.
5 Tips for Riding Public Transit
Our own Alex Placke, SJ, asks how we can engage with life in between our destinations.
Eat, Pray, Netflix — Comet Landing
Our own Jason Downer SJ reflects on the Rosetta Mission, Comets, and Space Movies
Ite Inflammate Omnia: Fuel for the Fire
Announcing TJP’s first-ever print edition, being launched at the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice.