Jesus did not always tell people who he was; he told them to come and see for themselves. It is the same way the church spread in the early centuries: by attraction.
Spirituality
Posted inExamen, Faith
Forgiveness is a gift for your transgressors (and yourself)
The Rev. James Martin, S.J. leads listeners through a guided reflection on forgiveness and reconciliation.
Posted inFaith, Features
How should Catholics respond to fears of a climate change apocalypse?
These days, we frequently read headlines and wonder if it is already too late.
Posted inFaith, Last Take
How can our faith help how we manage our money?
A financial planner on how she uses her Catholic faith in her work.
Posted inFaith, Interviews
Tips from a Scripture scholar on how to read the Bible
America’s “The Word” columnist, Jaime L. Waters, reflects on how her Catholic faith informs her academic and spiritual understanding of sacred Scripture.
Posted inExamen, Faith
Good things come to those who wait
Simeon and Anna’s story is a reminder of the virtue of patience and the necessity of waiting in the Christian life, even if you are prophets like they were.
Posted inExamen, Faith
How to pray with the Gospel readings this liturgical season
Allow yourself to be led through the coming year by St. Mark, who wants nothing more than for you to meet Jesus in his Gospel.
Posted inExamen, Faith
James Martin, S.J.: Keep calm and pray on
Sometimes what God wants to offer you isn’t some great insight or moving memory or heartfelt desire, but something simpler: a feeling of calm and peace.
Posted inFaith, Faith in Focus
My depression made going to Mass hard. I learned to show up anyway.
I know how difficult going to Mass can be. But I also know I feel worse when I stay home.
Posted inExamen, Faith
Why did Jesus need to be baptized?
The Rev. James Martin, S.J. leads listeners through a guided reflection on the Baptism of Jesus.