In prayer, we might ask things of God—but sometimes God will not answer how and when we might want. Greg Okumu, SJ reflects on prayer using his own experience of the 30-day silent Spiritual Exercises retreat. Based on the readings for the 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time....
The Cross is one of the principal signs of our faith. Greg Okumu, SJ reflects how the Cross is a sign of a love that saves. Based on the readings for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Love leaves scars, and saves lives! Hi, I’m Greg Okumu, and this is my...
State-sanctioned suicide goes by various names. In Canada, it is known legally as Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID), whereas in the United States, it is typically referred to as physician-assisted suicide (PAS). Not long ago, the New York Times reported on the trend...
St. Ignatius, born Íñigo López de Oñaz y Loyola, was once a knight and noble trained in all the graces of administration, romance, and war at the royal court of Castille. Like many young men his age, Ignatius dedicated himself to gaining renown, in particular to gain...
What junk keeps you from having a deeper relationship with Jesus? Conan Rainwater, SJ, says our love for the Lord shows itself in those whose lives we touch. Based on the readings from the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Got any junk? Hi, I’m Conan Rainwater,...