Catholic Comments

Robert Ellsberg is author of “All Saints: Daily Reflections on Saints, Prophets, and Witnesses for our Time.” He is also the publisher and editor-in-chief of Orbis Books. During his visit to Creighton, Ellsberg gave a lecture on the importance of the saints. He also shared his thoughts on this topic with the program.

College student Sean Phifer discusses his faith experience as a young Catholic.

Theologian Eileen Burke-Sullivan reflects on how to prepare for Lent.

College student Katie Fischer discusses her faith experience as a young Catholic.

Eastern Orthodox theologian and Scripture scholar Nicolae Roddy reflects on the ancient practice of Icon Gazing.

College student Alison Kinney discusses her faith experience as a young Catholic.

Fr. Daniel Groody reflects on immigration issues from the Catholic perspective.

College student Charles Bergman discusses his faith experience as a young Catholic.

College student Erin O’Keefe discusses her faith experience as a young Catholic.

Dr. Wendy Wright discusses the ancient practice of Lectio - prayerful reading of the Scriptures.

Jesuit theologian Kevin Burke discusses the life and impact of Pedro Arrupe, SJ, Superior General of the Society of Jesus from 1965-1981.

Sr. Liz Sweeney discusses the ancient tradition of spiritual direction.

Rev. Richard Hauser, SJ discusses the role of retreats in Catholic life.

Instructor Thomas Hall explains the place of Centering Prayer in the Catholic Spiritual tradition.

Fr. Dennis Hamm, SJ discusses the Ignatian practice called “the Examen.”