Even Jesus sought out friends. Eric Immel, SJ, reminds us of the friendship that Jesus was calling the first disciples into in this week’s One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, January 26, which you can read here: http://bit.ly/OMH012620
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.
To Touch and Be Touched
Eric Immel, SJ finds himself among some amorous strangers and notes within himself multiple desires: to love and serve. To touch and and to be touched.
#losing: Competing With No Chance of Winning
When victory is out of sight, Ken Homan asks why we keep competing.
The Guru with the Paintbrush: Life Lessons from Bob Ross
In his inaugural post, Matt White SJ recalls his favorite childhood T.V show and the life lessons he learned from its host, Bob Ross.
Election Day 2014 Recap
The polls are closed, the votes are in, and the voters have spoken, drawing Election Day 2014 to a close. Our own Danny Gustafson SJ, reflects.
Expect Delays: The Inefficiency of Care
Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ wasted hours in the car trying to support a friend. Turns out, it was time well spent.
Eat, Pray, Netflix — Election Day
With Election Day fast approaching, our own Jason Downer SJ offers some suggestions on ways to stay inspired and upbeat, no matter what the outcome.