Jesus doesn't want you to go more to the gym this Lent... Maybe he's asking for something more. Take a quick listen to Br. Matt Wooters SJ's "One-Minute Reflection" on the readings for the First Sunday of Lent: http://bit.ly/2Gpoa0A
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.
Fashion Tips from a Time Lord
Resident parisitologist and fashion mogul John Shea considers how Doctor Who can help us decide what to wear.
The Gospel According to Wes Anderson
Sure, you know Wes Anderson the movie director. But what about Wes Anderson the evangelist?
You Can’t Take It With You: Behind The Scenes Edition
Without these folk, Jim Morrison and Bobby Fischer wouldn’t be nearly as famous.
Christian and Gay in the U.S.A.
Some topics shouldn’t be brought up in polite company. Tim O’Brien looks at a book that brings them up anyway, and is already provoking some strong reactions.
Angelina Jolie’s Bold Decision
Angelina Jolie has taken a series of bold actions lately to reduce her risk of contracting breast cancer. Our Quang Tran has a closer look.
Priest Story
Joe Hoover on: the five story lines used in all films about priests; not being a cause celebre; some guys he knows who are about to become priests, and his own choice to be a Jesuit brother.