“Because people understand that the diocese is trying to help the members of that group feel more connected to their church, the church they belong to by virtue of their baptism.” — James Martin Copy Share Image
“At the time, I prayed to God only intermittently, and then mainly to ask for things, such as: “Please let me get an A… — James Martin Copy Share
“What might our lives feel like if we didn’t march through them with a scorecard, keeping a tally of our failures and successes? How… — James Martin Copy Share
“True prayer wants others to flourish. If any still have a hard time praying for church leaders, they might use a prayer that I… — James Martin Copy Share
“define Ignatian spirituality in a few words, you could say that it is: Finding God in all things Becoming a contemplative in action Looking… — James Martin Copy Share
“In fact, respect, compassion, and sensitivity are undervalued gifts for dealing with conflict and disagreement in general, gifts that can be shared with the… — James Martin Copy Share
“Interestingly, the mascot of the Roman legion garrisoned in the region, the Legio X Fretensis, was a boar, which was emblazoned on its standard,… — James Martin Copy Share
“As I was deciding on what to select, George motioned me over to a shelf of merchandise. He held up an unusual Nativity scene.… — James Martin Copy Share
“Is it right for people to critique others for their supposed un-Christian attitudes by themselves being un-Christian?” — James Martin Copy Share
“Often, when we are in trouble, or doubting, or struggling, we rely on others to carry us to God. Just as often we must… — James Martin Copy Share
“The language of martyrdom and persecution is often the language of war. It forces a rupture between “us” and “them” and perpetuates and legitimizes… — James Martin Copy Share
“My friend’s experience reminded me that the search for a perfect religious community is a futile one. As the Trappist monk Thomas Merton wrote… — James Martin Copy Share
“What would you concede if it didn’t matter who got the credit? What would no longer matter if you were not hostage to the… — James Martin Copy Share
“Joy, humor, and laughter should be part of everyone's spiritual life. They are gifts from God and help us enjoy creation.” — James Martin Copy Share
“The movement for Jesus was always from the outside in. His message was always one of inclusion, communicated through speaking to people, healing them,… — James Martin Copy Share
“In our deepest longings we hear echoes of God's longing for us. And the more we can follow these deep-down desires, those that God… — James Martin Copy Share
