James Martin S.J.’s 1994 review of ‘Friends,’ published when it first aired.
James Martin, S.J.
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Father James Martin talks with the creator of Pixar’s ‘Soul’ about finding God in all things
Pete Docter was inspired by Father Martin’s book The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything and its insights about Ignatian spirituality.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
What is Valentine’s Day like when you’re celibate?
Many if not most single people may struggle with how to celebrate Valentine’s Day, if they choose to do so at all.
Posted inFaith, Video
What is Prayer?
Prayer may seem complicated or frightening, but anyone can pray! James Martin, SJ, shares some useful definitions of what prayer is and what we can learn from each of them. Fr. Martin’s new book, “Learning to Pray: A Guide for Everyone” is available now from HarperOne: https://harperone.com/jamesmartin Watch more videos about prayer with Fr. Martin […]
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God’s voice or mine? 7 tips on what to listen to in prayer
Read an excerpt from Fr. James Martin’s new book on prayer
Posted inFaith, Video
Video: Why St. Joseph is the saint we need in 2021
The hiddenness of St. Joseph’s life can speak to those overwhelmed by the pandemic. Fr. James Martin, SJ, reflects on why St. Joseph is the saint we need as enter into a new year.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
Whatever brings a person to God is holy—whether you like it or not
Whatever brings a person closer to God is holy.
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Jesus was not white. Here’s why we should stop pretending he was.
If Jesus is white and you’re not, what does that say about your relationship with him? What does it mean that Christ came for “all,” if you feel left out?
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
The teaching of the Catholic Church is clear: We are against war.
What is the Catholic stance on war?
Posted inFaith, Vatican Dispatch
Pope Francis meets with Father James Martin in private audience
Pope Francis received Fr. James Martin S.J. in the papal library of the Vatican’s Apostolic Palace this morning.