To those who lived in that world of fear, it must have seemed absurd that an infant would be the answer to their fear.

In a world of conflict, deeply in need of the mercy frequently implored by Pope Francis, Jesuits can be agents of reconciliation and dialogue, the Society’s new superior general said in an exclusive interview with America.Arturo Sosa, S.J., elected on Oct. 14 superior general for the Society o

Without the weeks I spent easing back into prayer, I would not be alive today.

Pope Francis has recognized the martyrdom of the Rev. Stanley Rother of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, making him the first martyr born in the United States and clearing the way for his beatification. The Vatican made the announcement on Dec. 2. Father Rother, born March 27, 1935, on his family&r

Courage can erupt in the most unexpected corners.

The Jesuits had lost their way, some thought, especially in Latin America, where the sons of Ignatius had embraced liberation theology.