Advent is a time of waiting, but Jeff Ryan Miraflor SJ reminds us that we should also rejoice because we know what we're waiting for. Check out this One-Minute Homily based on the readings for Sunday, December 15, 2019. https://youtu.be/DLWiGkWYXWM Rejoice, the Lord...
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.
Contagious: Love in the Time of Ebola
What if we came to understand that the lives and suffering of others already affects us?
As a Packer in Bear Country
Is the NFL still a place to find happiness? These days it can be hard to tell, but Eric Immel, SJ found something like happiness on the train after a recent game.
Church Music’s Greatest Decade: with Bonus Track!
The Lord is groovy, and only one decade had the music to prove it.
Talking Aloud: Holy Babbling
Keith Maczkiewicz, SJ finds talking things through brings clarity to the mess.
5 Reasons to Avoid the Gym (or Why I Go to Church)
Between Crossfit reps, Brian Strassburger was able to muse about how new fitness programs have something in common with traditional church-going.
Before You Know It: Learning to Love
Brendan Busse, SJ suggests that you might learn something – the most important thing – before you know it.