By Gretchen Crowder I have to admit, I have spent most of my life uncomfortable with the topic of death. In particular, I have spent most of my life uncomfortable with discussing my own mortality. I don’t know why. After all, I have from a very young age believed in heaven and life after death. …
Fifth Sunday of Lent: Are we comfortable engaging with our mortality? Read More »
Learn how the Jesuits of Canada support Rise Up to inspire young Catholics. Explore the impact of Ignatian spirituality through workshops, masses, and enriching exchanges at this unique event.
By Gretchen Crowder I really feel for kids everywhere this year. I remember what a big deal Valentine’s Day was when I was a child — it always meant coming home with a big pile of candy and an even bigger smile on my face. I also remember what Lent felt like as a kid, …
Leaning into Our Belovedness: A Reflection for Lent Read More »
Explore the depths of how our roles within community and spirituality shape our identity, with insights from Eric Clayton on Ignatian spirituality. This reflection delves into the interplay between individuality and community, highlighting the significance of love and decisions in fostering relationships.
Experience the spiritual journey and presbyteral ordination of Fr. Curtis McKenzie, SJ, in Kelowna, BC. This article by Adam Pittman, SJ, celebrates Fr. McKenzie’s unique blend of faith, intelligence, and creativity, highlighting a momentous occasion for the Jesuits of Canada and the impact of his dedication on the church and community.
Discover Louis Félix Valiquette’s inspiring spiritual journey and his impactful role as the new campus minister at Loyola High School in Montreal.
By Clara Atallah The environment in which we live has a great influence on who we become. Xavier de Benazé, SJ, Laudato Si’ delegate for the French-speaking Jesuit Province of Western Europe (EOF), has been strongly influenced by two ecosystems that have had a profound impact on him and his commitment to justice and ecology. …
As a teenager, I once went out alone in a rowboat on the lake near my family’s cottage. There, I felt a deep sense of connection to the water, the sky, and the surrounding forest. It was a moment of rest, peace, and communion with something bigger than myself. If I remember this experience so …
By Fannie Dionne Sometimes, the path we think we’re on isn’t the one that leads us to our deepest desires. Justin Sauro, SJ, found himself at such a crossroads. “I had already decided what I would do with my life. I had studied political science and joined the army because I wanted to help people,” …
By Jean-Claude Ravet To be a Christian is to experience a liberating encounter with Jesus—that is, a grace that enlightens and gives peace, reconciles and consoles, animates and strengthens, and pushes us forward and an encounter that profoundly alters our presence in the world, radically orienting our steps toward beauty and praise, justice and love, …