“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...
In the parable of the sower, Jesus has much to say about the different kinds of soil that receive God’s word. Jon Jue-Wong, SJ reflects on how we mustn’t overlook the sower himself, whose actions reflect the extravagant love of God. Based on the readings for the 15th...
The earth cries out with joy in spring. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects that we too, as part of creation, should maintain our joy throughout our whole lives through the practice of the Ignatian Examen. Based on the readings for the 6th Sunday of Easter. Have you ever wanted...
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...
“Every creature is thus the object of the Father’s tenderness, who gives it its place in the world… God enfolds it with his affection” writes Pope Francis in Laudato Si [77]. Tenderness and affection are probably not on a hunter’s mind when one of God’s beloved...
