We are never too old to respond to the call of God. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects how this saint’s example encourages us to remain open to new horizons. Based on the Jesuit Ordo readings for the Solemnity of Saint Ignatius.
KPop Demon Hunters Is an Ignatian Fever Dream—and That’s a Good Thing
What does an animated musical about a Kpop group have to teach us about Ignatius’s rules for the discernment of spirits? Andrew Milewski, SJ, uses “KPop Demon Hunters” to help us understand how the spiritual world operates on the human heart.
Grief, Relationality, and Animals: A Call to Bother to Love
Grief at the death of animals reveals a moral obligation we too often ignore. Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ argues that if we dare to feel this grief, it becomes a call to love them as fellow creatures of God.
Unstoppable Grace: Sacraments and Sinful Ministers
Reflecting on his current studies in theology, Josh reflects on how a hundreds-year-old debate on the sacraments touched his own life and brought him healing.
A Tea Ritual in Morocco: A Reflection of Formation in Patience
The Moroccan tea ritual involves more than merely boiling some water. Reflecting on the components of this cultural ritual, Danilo reflects on his formative experiences in Morocco that will shape his future as a minister.
Free Coffee: Fertile Grounds for Spiritual Conversation
At a few Jesuit universities around the United States, Jesuits in formation serve free coffee to students. Based on his experience of speaking with these students, Daniel offers a few thoughts for how we might begin to share the faith through casual conversation.
Jesus in the Boat with Us: What I Saw at a National Eucharistic Revival Procession This Summer
The Catholic Church in the United States is kicking off its first eucharistic congress since before the Second World War. Brennan reflects on his first-hand experience of renewal by walking alongside thousands of faithful pilgrims.
For Work, More Than for Worship
Following his ordination to the priesthood, Patrick reflects on what his time cooking in Ecuador taught him about life after ordination and the Mass itself.
The Reality of Cheap Chicken and the Overlooked Misery of our Animals
Many people eat chicken without knowing the harrowing realities of factory farms. Daniel questions whether Christians, in light of the Beatitude to show mercy, can continue to eat factory-sourced meat.
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.