Can you stand with Christ if it means going against the crowd? Deacon Tommy O’Donnell, SJ, reflects on how the criminal in today’s gospel goes against the crowd and puts his faith in Christ. Based on the readings for Palm Sunday.
A Grace Worthy of Our Attention
“Difficult consolation” is the grace that helps us realize humanity is messy, and that, even though we might not want to experience the pains of the world, we’re grateful that God doesn’t make us experience them alone. Jesus models that for us.
Ask God First: Rethinking Our Lenten Sacrifice
Before Lent, we often feel a rush of anxiety or excitement as we try to answer the question: “what are you giving up?” As we prepare to enter this new liturgical season, Eric invites us to ask a deeper question, considering what God might desire for us in this time.
Beavers, Muskrats, and the Real Invitation of Lent
As Lent approaches, Brennan Dour, SJ, reflects on the curious historical case of Catholics in New France classifying beavers as fish during Lent, and the reminder it offers that Lent’s purpose is not a rigid intensifying of rules, but God’s invitation to grow closer to him whatever our circumstances.
Lessons from a Canine Spiritual Master
Canela, a four-legged spiritual master, has been helping me grow in religious life. Here are some of the lessons she’s teaching me.
Three Takeaways from Pope Francis’ Conversation with University Students
Pope Francis hopped on a Zoom call with university students from across the Americas. In doing so, he demonstrated a key synodal disposition: to be a listening Church. Here are three takeaways from the conversation.
Day 9: Sr. Mary Antona Ebo | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 9 of the Saints of Color Novena. Winnie Sullivan introduces us to Sister Mary Antona Ebo, a woman who dedicated herself to the compassionate service of others and stood as a beacon of justice.
Day 8: St. Martín de Porres | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 8 of the Saints of Color Novena! Br. Jacob Mazur-Batistoni, O.P. is going to introduce us to Saint Martín de Porres, the patron saint of social justice, racial harmony, and mixed-race people.
The Vine and the Branches: An Online Lenten Retreat
Lent is almost here and we have a way to help you pray throughout the season. David Kiblinger, SJ, will be giving this year’s Online Lenten Retreat. A new talk will be released every week starting on March 5th. This year’s theme is “The Vine and the Branches.” Join us!
Day 7: Ven. Francis-Xavier Nguyễn Văn Thuận | Saints of Color Novena
Join us for Day 7 of the Saints of Color Novena. Nhan Nguyen, acj, introduces us to Venerable Francis-Xavier Nguyễn Văn Thuận, a man who had great love for the Eucharist and sought to bring the peace of Christ wherever he was, including prison.