Today there is a tendency to downplay, criticize or even condemn missionaries of old.
James Martin, S.J.
The Rev. James Martin, S.J., is a Jesuit priest, author, editor at large at America and founder of Outreach.
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New report challenges stereotypes of Catholic sisters
Few sisters cite their congregation’s “progressive” or “traditional” reputation as a factor in their decision to enter.
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How does a Catholic read the Bible?
The Catholic approach to the Bible may be characterized as a both/and, rather than an either/or.
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God’s Isn’t Fixing This? No, we’re not listening.
The disgust, anger and sadness we feel over mass shootings is God inspiring us, urging us, begging us to act.
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Pope to Visit Jesuit Parish in Nairobi
Paschal Mwijage, S.J., introduces the Jesuit run parish Pope Francis will visit in Kangemi, Kenya
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Brother Christian’s Testament
A profound meditation on suffering, death and reconciliation, which may help as we reflect on the terrible murders in Paris.
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Of Many Things
George W. Hunt, S.J., was a brilliant writer whose sparkling prose never disappointed.
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Announcing our new book “Praying with America”
A new book brings together the best of America’s writings on prayer.
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Theology and Hate
Calling someone a “heretic” is like calling a journalist a plagiarist. These aren’t funny punchlines to be taken lightly.
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Five important things the Synod on the Family accomplished.
Pope Francis encouraged all participants to speak freely: “Let no one say, ‘This cannot be said.'” And they did. Conversation was open, lively, and sometimes contentious.