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.
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.
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.
How are you being called to bring Jesus into the world? Tucker Redding explores the plans of Mary and Joseph in this Christmas edition of the One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent (http://bit.ly/2BAqmV8) and Christmas...
Gary Wills and Fr. Robert Barron part ways on the place of priesthood in Catholic tradition.
Alleluia, Alleluia. After enough repetitions those eight syllables tunneled their way into my brain like a catchy radio jingle. Alleluia, Alleluia at the end of every thought.
New uses for the word “slash” have Tim O’Brien excited-slash-intrigued.
Whether you’re trying to make some sense of the Boston Marathon bombings, still celebrating Earth Day, or even listening to Macklemore’s “Thrift Shop”, this Week in Review has something for everyone.
Perry Petrich has a look at the multinational who’s who of the recently departed.
After a long delay, comprehensive immigration reform may be coming to Washington. Nate Romano helps explain what may change.