“Wait, when do I have to turn my lapel microphone on and off?” After a decade of Jesuit formation, three years of theology studies, a full semester learning how to preside at the sacraments, and dozens of practice runs through the Mass, I found myself the day after my...
Wake up. Pray. Get ready for the day. Go to Mass. Eat breakfast? Jump between instruction, lesson-planning, grading, meeting with students, and collaborating with colleagues while fitting in lunch somewhere. Respond to emails. Coach. Eat dinner. Attend student...
Madonna and Child (Our Lady of Sorrows) Nick Leeper, SJ, 2026 Acrylic, Ink, and Gold and Silver Leaf on Linen Panel 19.75” x 13.75” Brooklyn, NYC – – – Visual Introduction An aproned woman in blue stands smiling, overwhelmed with joy, hugging her new...
Editor’s Note: The piece below takes the form of a letter from a teacher to his students and is published here as an original reflection, not as private correspondence to a particular classroom. In doing so, it aims to offer encouragement and edification for all...
Jesus has prepared a place for us. Simon Zachary, SJ recalls that Jesus constantly comforts us. Based on the readings for the 5th Sunday of Easter. Breaking news: life can be challenging sometimes! Ok, you knew that, but what if the story ends differently? Hi, I’m Fr....
