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Jesuit Speak XVI
The Jesuit paleontologist priest Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, S.J. wrote a prayer entitled Patient Trust. The opening line is simply, “Above all, trust in the slow work of God”. It
Who’s that crazy protestant wandering around campus?
Greetings. My name is Janeen Steer and I am an ordained Presbyterian minister who is now part of the University Ministry team. I like questions. There is a neighbor
Pilgrimage – University Ministry
The energy that surrounds campus in early September excites all who are part of the Gonzaga Community. From faculty, staff, students and parents, there is a sense of anticipation to
Student Reflection
Student Reflection: Lent By Sarah Dolphin ‘11 Lent from the mind of my pre-college self: A time to give up eating sweets, stop fighting with my sister, or committing more
Do students find meaning in religious rituals?
By: Michelle Wheatley A professor on campus describes divine mystery as an encounter with God which brings us to silence—not because there is nothing to say, but because even after
Student Reflection: “Love”
By Matthew Kiernan, ‘11 As a senior, my career at Gonzaga has been filled with many amazing blessings and opportunities. These include friendships, classes, retreats, sports, and many other surprises.
JesuitSpeak XI
JesuitSpeak XI Really? I can remember the conversation quite clearly. I had just finished my first quarter of college and was sitting in my parent’s living room. My siblings might
Celebrating Advent at School
Growing up, Advent was always closely associated with Christmas, getting presents, decorating the house, and making Christmas cookies. But once I was old enough to realize that Advent was actually
Jesuit Speak X – Who do you say that I am?
Fr. C. Hightower, S.J. As parents you have almost made it through the Fall. The tears, worries, laughter, and joy of having sent your student off to Gonzaga, while not