Has Christ turned your world right-side up? Deacon Tommy O’Donnell, SJ, reflects on how Christians are called to transform the world by staying close to Jesus. Based on the readings for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Consuming Creation: The Ecological Toll of Animal Agriculture
The damage inflicted by animal agriculture is often ignored, but its impact on God’s creation is undeniable. Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ, argues that Christians cannot settle for an “out of sight, out of mind” approach to the ecological crisis.
Being Creative Enough: Lessons from a Mexican Jesuit Parish on Vibrant Youth Ministry
In today’s environment, cultivating a vibrant youth ministry can feel like an uphill battle. Beto Guzmán, SJ shares insights from his work at a Mexican Jesuit parish, offering creative, hope-filled ways to make the Church a home for young people.
Sitting Down with My Dad to Talk About Synodality: Part Two
What is at the heart of the Synod on Synodality? Dan Finucane, SJ, sits down with his father, theologian Dr. Dan Finucane, to discuss Dan SJ’s experience at the Synod on Synodality.
Shooting Dogs and Eating Meat: Towards a Consistent Ethic of Animal Life
The recent outcry over Governor Noem’s shooting of her hunting dog exposes an inconsistency with our deep love for animals. Daniel questions whether we as Christians can pamper some pets while also eating factory-farmed meat.
Let’s Take our Easter Joy to the Streets
During Lent, our annual traditions of ashes and palms proclaim our faith outwardly to the world. Ty reflects on his parish’s Way of the Cross that proudly professed the Crucified Christ in the streets of the Bronx. But what do we do for the Risen Lord?
The Invitation of Holy Saturday: Patient Trust
Holy Saturday spans the cross and the empty tomb. In life, we often find ourselves in such liminal spaces waiting for our suffering to have meaning. Jason explores this mystery reflecting on his experience hiking in Guatemala.
From Running Shoes to a Running Spirit
As we prepare to witness the Washing of the Feet this Holy Thursday, Patrick reflects on his time working with marathon runners and how we might better prepare to be disciples.
Abstinence from Meat as Lifelong Discipleship of Christ
Abstaining from meat is more than an ascetic practice when we know of the harms caused by the meat industry. Daniel explores how our Christian living of God’s hopes for kindness in this world might require us to abstain from meat beyond these forty days of Lent.
Another Deathbed Conversion
Amidst the relentless beeping of medication pumps in a burn unit’s hospice, Adam Bohan, a neonatal nurse, reflects on the haunting realities of hospital life. A poignant encounter with mortality prompts a profound examination of existence and the pursuit of seizing the moment.