We watch the Olympics because we want to witness athletes do incredible feats. Conan Rainwater, SJ, reflects on how we can all do spectacular things through Christ. Based on the readings from the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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.
Day 5: St. Toribio Romo | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 5 of the Saints of Color Novena! Emmanuel Arenas, SJ introduces us to Saint Toribio Romo, the patron saint of immigrants.
Faith, Justice, and the Kingdom of God: Remembering Ahmaud Arbery
Jesus challenged first-time author Noah to get closer to the Kingdom of God in the face of racial prejudice. He found Earth as it is in Heaven at a protest.
Day 4: Ven. Pierre Toussaint | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 4 of the Saints of Color Novena! Danielle Harrison introduces us to Venerable Pierre Toussaint. His life highlights the importance of our relationship with God and each other.
How Julian of Norwich is Helping Me Endure the Pandemic
It’s been almost two years since the official declaration of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Stress and anxiety are at an all time high. What does a 14th century mystic have to teach us?
Day 3: Bl. Concepción Cabrera de Armida | Saints of Color Novena
Welcome to Day 3 of the Saints of Color Novena. Esperanza Rodriguez introduces us to Blessed Concepción Cabrera de Armida, also known as “Conchita.” She is a mother and mystic who spread love and joy to others, even in the face of pain and tragedy.
Who are the Church?
The pandemic and the Synod on Synodality confront us with a question: who are the Church? Our answer matters.