by Ian Peoples, SJ | Feb 4, 2021 | Current Events, In the News, Prayers, Spirituality, The Jesuits ~ Approx. 5 mins
As I journaled my thoughts upon finishing Father James Martin, SJ’s new book, Learning to Pray, I was struck with a consoling realization. It dawned on me that I was reviewing the new book of a writer whose books played key roles in both my faith life and in my...
by Jason McCreery | Jan 28, 2021 | Music, Pop Culture, Social Media ~ Approx. 4 mins
Recently, sea shanties came into a new virality with the song “Wellerman” (though the song itself is 150 years old). Utilizing a TikTok feature where one video can play next to another, a few people started harmonizing the song together (see below). Then more people...
by Andrew Milewski, SJ | Jan 27, 2021 | Blogs, Spirituality ~ Approx. 3 mins
If you’re like me, you’re the kind of person who likes to be productive. Maybe you get up early to exercise, or you always finish your check list before leaving the office. Maybe you use those few moments of downtime to answer emails or respond to texts from friends...
by Tim Breen, SJ | Jan 21, 2021 | Film, Pop Culture, Spirituality ~ Approx. 5 mins
Warning: This article contains spoilers *** “Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” – Mary Oliver This question echoed through my head as I watched Soul, Pixar’s latest film, which brings a little something for everyone:...
by Eric Immel, SJ | Jan 20, 2021 | Blogs, Prayers, Spirituality ~ Approx. 1min
Eternal God – We ask you to send forth your sweet and peace-filled Holy Spirit. Help it flow through us as we stand witness to a moment of transition. Help us to remember that today, as every day, the struggles of our world persist. It feels sometimes like the...
