Pentecost is an integral part of the whole event of the Resurrection. The descent of the Holy Spirit upon the disciples and our Our Lady in the upper room is the lasting confirmation that Christ is truly risen and exalted and now continues his work…
James Hanvey SJ
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His particular research and teaching interests are in the areas of Trinitarian Theology, Pneumatology, Ecclesiology and Catholic Social Thought as well as Ignatian Spirituality.
I Luke 2:22-40. Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace according to thy word.For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;To be a light to lighten the Gentiles and to be the glory of thy…
Go to English version Trabajar, con profundidad evangélica, en la protección y renovación de la creación de Dios 4ª preferencia apostólica universal de la Compañía de Jesús. Resumen: Este artículo explora la necesidad de una teología y una espiritualidad de la creación, renovadas a la luz de la…
What happens when the waiting ends and the journey is over? There has been so much preparation, so much expectation but does the arrival live up to all that we have hoped for? Already, the Christmas tree is filled with lights and the presepi or nativity scenes have captured our…
Ir a la versión en español ‘Collaborating, with Gospel depth, for the protection and renewal of God’s creation’ Society of Jesus, Universal Apostolic Preference 4. Summary: This essay explores the need for a renewed theology and spirituality of creation in light of the current ecological crisis, arguing that…
Fr. James Hanvey, SJ, the Secretary for the Service of Faith of the Society of Jesus, shares deep, insights on Pope Leo XIV’s first Apostolic Exhortation, Dilexi Te. This is more than a discussion of a papal document; it’s an exploration of the radical Christian…
Towards a theology of Ignatian Prayer is one of the introductory essays in the second volume of an important three volume project, Oración Ignaciana in the distinguished Manresa series published by Universidad Pontifical Comillas and Grupo de Communicación Loyola. The principal editor for Volume I is Prof. José García…
As we journey with these psalms of ascent, the pilgrim psalms, we gradually become aware that they also journey with us. They mark each season and hope, they speak to us of our needs and desires. Audio version & music Psalm 131 1 O Lord, my…
On the 24th of December 2024 Pope Francis inaugurated the Jubilee Year of Hope. It was prepared beforehand by a year of prayer and in his message for the 61st World Day of Prayer for Vocations, the Pope said, “Let us travel as pilgrims of hope towards…
“Preaching: The Catholic Homilies Podcast” is a weekly series produced by America Media that presents a wide range of Catholic preachers. The episode titled “Ash Wednesday: A Day of Grace and Welcome for all-no exceptions,” dedicated to Ash Wednesday, features Fr. James Hanvey, SJ, Secretary…
