How can brushstrokes become a prayer? In this reflection, SebastiĂĄn Salamanca-Huet, SJ recounts how St. Peter Claver and the RarĂĄmuri people helped him see that being Jesuit and artist are not two callings, but one vocation.
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Jesus is the only one that can bring all of humanity together. Kevin Lee, SJ reflects how this Gospel passage, though seemingly confusing, points to the unitive power of Christ and the Eucharist. Based on the readings for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Canada has recently expanded the terms under which people may seek assistance in dying, even as New York is poised to legalize its own version of physician-assisted suicide. Erin Kast, SJ examines what these developments tell us about the differences in the meanings of âhuman dignityâ and âpersonhoodâ as understood by the Church and in secular society.
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From Cracker Barrel to city skylines, minimalism has stripped away much of what makes our culture unique. Alex Hale, SJ warns that this âconformist trapâ isnât just an aesthetic problem â itâs a spiritual one.
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In todayâs world, true humility may not be well understoodâmuch less valued. Will Hayes, SJ reflects how Jesus Christ is a model for all people. Based on the readings for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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God has a vast kingdomâand everyone is invited. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects on the importance of missionary discipleship so that all might come to experience Godâs love. Based on the readings for the 21st Sunday of Ordinary Time.
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In Corinth, meat in marketplaces often came from sacrifices to gods â and Saint Paul thus warned it carried a demonic character. Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ asks if our modern food system carries its own spiritual dangers.
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Jesusâ teaching that He has come to set the world on fire might confuse us. But Jose Oros, SJ reflects how, like a forest, a controlled burn can lead to new life. Based on the readings for the 20th Sunday of Ordinary Time.
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Mothers show the way for their children. Greg Okumu, SJ reflects how this feast invites Christians to view Mary as our guide to heaven. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Our routines and rituals reveal what is most important to us. Kevin Lee, SJ reflects how starting our day off right can lead us closer to God. Based on the readings for the 19th Sunday of Ordinary Time.
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Packing light can be hard. Will Hayes, SJ reflects how Christians are invited to put their trust more in Christ than things. Based on the readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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We are never too old to respond to the call of God. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects how this saint's example encourages us to remain open to new horizons. Based on the Jesuit Ordo readings for the Solemnity of Saint Ignatius.
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Do we always take the time for prayer? Jose Oros, SJ reflects on how the Our Father, a prayer memorized by so many, can apply in almost any situation. Based on the readings for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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What does an animated musical about a Kpop group have to teach us about Ignatius's rules for the discernment of spirits? Andrew Milewski, SJ, uses "KPop Demon Hunters" to help us understand how the spiritual world operates on the human heart.
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Does living our faith always mean doing something? Greg Okumu, SJ, reflects on how the business should not prevent us from sitting at the feet of Our Lord. Based on the readings for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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God's mercy is already deep within us. Kevin, Lee SJ reflects how the Parable of the Good Samaritan invites us to share that mercy with our neighbors - that is everyone we encounter. Based on the readings for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Grace is like a snowball rolling down a hill. Will Hayes, SJ discusses how the kingdom needs all of us saying yes to the invitation of Christ - no matter how small. Based on the readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
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Grief at the death of animals reveals a moral obligation we too often ignore. Daniel Mascarenhas, SJ argues that if we dare to feel this grief, it becomes a call to love them as fellow creatures of God.
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Reflecting on his current studies in theology, Josh reflects on how a hundreds-year-old debate on the sacraments touched his own life and brought him healing.
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How do we understand the mystery of the Trinity? Eric Panicco, SJ, says that love is the key. Based on the readings for The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. The Trinity: Now thatâs a mystery!. Hi, Iâm Eric Panicco and this is my one-minute reflection. Today, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy [âŠ]
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