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Ricardo da Silva, S.J., Associate Editor
Ricardo da Silva, S.J., is an associate editor of America Media and the host of the podcast “Preach.”
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Articles by Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
FaithSynod Diary
Synod Diary: Why did Pope Francis publish an encyclical in the synod’s final days?
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
At midday yesterday, the Vatican released Pope Francis’ latest encyclical, “Dilexit Nos,” in which he invites us, the faithful, to return to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and rediscover our own hearts.
FaithSynod Diary
Synod Diary: Can the synod avoid jargon and speak plainly?
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
Can the Synod on Synodality really be inclusive if its language is too theologically inaccessible?
FaithSynod Diary
Synod Diary: Lessons from the Jesuit pilgrimage for the synod slog
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
The Jesuit’s pilgrimage involves confronting one’s limits, only to discover that God never abandons us even in our sheer exhaustion, despondency and despair. The same is true of the synod process.
FaithInterviews
Interview: Timothy Radcliffe on how he prepares to give homilies—and preach to synod delegates
Timothy RadcliffeRicardo da Silva, S.J.
On an episode of “Preach,” Timothy Radcliffe discussed his approach to preparing for retreats, including the one he gave—and has just given again—to the synod delegates.
FaithScripture Reflections
Breaking bread around the family table
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
A Reflection for the Memorial of St. Cornelius, Pope and Martyr, and Saint Cyprian, Bishop and Martyr, by Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
FaithScripture Reflections
The battle of the sexes is at least as old as the Bible
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
A Reflection for Friday of the Nineteenth Week in Ordinary Time, by Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
FaithOf Many Things
Seeking and finding God at the Eucharistic Congress—despite my misgivings
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
Every light in the stadium converged upon the monstrance, all while the congregation was led in praise and worship, singing: “I want more of you God…. No place I’d rather be than here in your love.”
FaithScripture Reflections
The Eucharistic Congress is not just about knowledge. It’s about a firsthand experience of Christ.
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
A Reflection for Wednesday of the Fifteenth Week in Ordinary Time, by Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
FaithScripture Reflections
Is it O.K. to be angry at God?
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
A Reflection for Monday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time, by Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
Jeremy Caniglia, an art teacher at Creighton Preparatory School, instructs Michael Bope on a painting of Pedro Arrupe, S.J.
FaithJesuit School Spotlight
An inspiring teacher leads a student renaissance at Creighton Prep
Ricardo da Silva, S.J.
“The arts are crucial to Jesuit education. Our arts programs are a home for students at Creighton Prep, but they also inspire the expansion of heart and imagination—elements that are indispensable to Ignatian practice.”