Do we look at what others have and want more or can we be happy for the blessings that others receive? Austin Kleman, SJ, reflects on the parable of the Workers in the Vineyard.

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Icons are not only a form of art: they orient the mind and heart towards the mysteries of God, and thus they're an important resource for prayer, especially in Eastern Christianity.

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When illness strikes, it can’t be life-hacked away. Reflecting on his time as a hospital chaplain, James shares how he witnessed the healing power of compassion, hope, and prayer.

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Revenge seems satisfying. Kindness, forgiveness, and mercy are better. Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on our call to forgive and to love like God.

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A live-action adaptation of One Piece, one of the biggest anime series of all time, recently came to Netflix. Long-time fan of series, Sean, reflects on why the anime is so beloved and how it might inspire us to more passionately pursue our dreams.

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It can be difficult to confront those who wrong us, especially our friends, but Jesus calls us to reconcile so that we can be united with him. Fr. Eric Immel, SJ, uses Harry Potter to reflect on today’s gospel. 

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With the FIFA Women's World Cup and a volleyball match that broke a world record, August was a big month for women's sports. Noah Banasiewicz, SJ reflects on his time as chaplain to a women's volleyball team and what made watching the historic, record-breaking match so moving.

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When Peter couldn't see the bigger picture, Jesus rebuked him to shake up his way of thinking. William Manaker, SJ, reflects on how Jesus can help us to "think as God does."

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In the fourth season of the Jesuit Border Podcast, Frs. Brian and Louie interview leaders from different churches and organizations who are serving migrants across the U.S.-Mexico border. This guide can help you use the series for classroom teaching, group discussion, or deeper personal reflection.

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Do you feel like you're on defense when it comes to faith and justice? Austin Kleman, SJ, reflects on the promise of Jesus to Peter, assuring us that His Kingdom will always prevail.

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It can be difficult to ask for help. Doing so can help us grow in humility and bring us closer to God. Tom Elitz, SJ, reflects on the humility and faith of the Canaanite woman from the gospel.

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During the pandemic, the world shut down. This Jesuit describes being a Mexican Jesuit in a predominantly White American community during lockdown. Flour enchiladas were only a symbol of a much deeper tension—one that’s only resolved through prayer and honest conversation.

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God can make use of anything to draw us closer to Jesus. With faith, even water can support us as we walk toward Jesus. Fr. Eric Immel, SJ, reflects on his own prayer experience of Jesus walking on water.

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One of the oldest stories known to mankind has better heroes and villains than today’s blockbusters. Why? Because they, like us, are a mix of good and bad. They are fundamentally human. We are Achilles and Hector—whether we want to be or not.

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In John Allen Jr.’s new book, he describes how media outlets, including Catholic ones, fuel the “culture of contempt.” He argues that Catholic media must work against this destructive tendency in modern public life.

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Read how one Jesuit's recent trip to Portugal to attend World Youth Day helped him understand the essence of Catholicism.

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We can't always be in a spiritual high, but these moments can motivate us as we continue on our journey. William Manaker, SJ, reflects on the experience of the Transfiguration.

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In spiritual direction, we speak with a trusted advisor who helps us to see God's love in our lives more clearly. This can be a meaningful experience for the director as well as the person seeking direction.

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A Jesuit brother share's how he discerned adding pronouns to his social media profile; find out which three things were the deciding factors in this process.

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How Ignatian are you? No matter how long you’ve been familiar with St. Ignatius and his companions across the centuries, Jim Manney’s book “What Matters Most and Why: Living the Spirituality of St. Ignatius of Loyola,” is sure to have a surprise gem waiting for you to discover.

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