Ignatius tells us that we have to choose which king we will serve. To serve Christ the king is to be a prophet. David Inczauskis, SJ, reflects on this call in this week's One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, November 24. https://youtu.be/ImU9D7JHM4s
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.
Finding A Heartbeat
John Guyol, SJ shares with us music made in the face of violence and separation.
Exercising Demons
Self-doubt, self-awareness and community at the gym – all of this makes Ken Homan ask: is my workout really making me healthy?
Worth Listening: Going Home
In his introductory piece for The Jesuit Post, Alex Placke, SJ wonders if we can ever go home again.
Ice, Ice, Baby
Silly viral videos or profound expansion of empathy? Yes
They Sing When the Lights Go Out
Eric Immel, SJ returns home from a summer in the northeast of India with a heart full of hope.
Violence and the Wisdom of Kubrick
How ought we respond to violence? Joe Wotawa looks at A Clockwork Orange and how violence should throw us off center.