by Erin Kast, SJ | Nov 18, 2024 | Sacraments, Spirituality ~ Approx. 5 mins
In September, I wrote a reflection on the relationship between forgiveness as a means of psychological healing and forgiveness in the Christian tradition, all in response to a fine article published in the New York Times earlier this year. In this article, I would...
by Steve Molvarec, SJ | Aug 8, 2022 | A Deacon's Diary, Sacraments ~ Approx. 5 mins
This is the fifteenth installment of A Deacon’s Diary. In the fourteenth installment, Steve got ordained a priest! I. In the late afternoon, dimness and brightness play on the western windows of the church. The room is filled with a golden near-twilight and I’m glad...
by Noah Banasiewicz, SJ | Jul 26, 2022 | Catholic 101 ~ Approx. 4 mins
There are a lot of popular (mis)conceptions that surround the sacrament of confession (or the sacrament of penance and reconciliation as the Catechism calls it). To many people, the image of confession can evoke feelings of discomfort or hesitation. In my experience,...
by Danny Gustafson, SJ | Sep 4, 2020 | Catholic 101, Sacraments, Spirituality ~ Approx. 6 mins
You’ve just had a baby! Or, you’re going to have a baby! Either way, congratulations! Hopefully everyone is healthy and happy. Once you’re home from the hospital and settling into your new sleep-deprived routine, it might be time to begin making some plans to get your...
by Billy Critchley-Menor, SJ | May 20, 2020 | Blogs, Faith & Family, Signs of Easter, Spirituality ~ Approx. 4 mins
Michael and Kelsey Petrany can hardly believe that two months ago they were worried about centerpieces. The restrictions of the pandemic made so many of their initial wedding plans impossible, including the presence of their parents, guests, and a reception. The...
