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Ignatius of Loyola

November 4, 2006

Father Dorian Llywelyn of the Theology Department at LMU in Los Angeles examines the life of Ignatius Loyola. Each Jesuits On… features a member of the Society of Jesus sharing his knowledge and passion on a wide range of subjects, whether it be the life of a famous saint, insights into the penalty or the […]

Francis Xavier

November 4, 2006

Father Dorian Llywelyn of the Theology Department at LMU in Los Angeles examines the life of Francis Xavier. He shows us why Francis Xavier remains relevant for us today as we continue to experience challenges in preaching the gospel authentically in Asia and elsewhere. Each Jesuits On… features a member of the Society of Jesus […]

The Death Penalty

November 4, 2006

Father Gregory J. O’Meara, S.J. law professor at Marquette University Law School, engages in a passionate discussion of the death penalty from a historical, legal and Catholic perspective. Father Gregory J. O’Meara provides first hand insight into the criminal justice system and paints an all-encompassing passionate argument for the end of the death penalty. Each […]

Business Ethics

November 4, 2006

Fr. Mark Bandsuch, S.J., professor of business law at LMU, engages in a passionate discussion on business ethics. Looking at how a “Post-Enron” environment has enhanced the importance we place on ethics in the work place.Exploring a wide range of topics including executive compensation, advertising practices, and bioengineering. Fr. Bandsuch uses concrete examples to illustrate […]

Exorcism

November 4, 2006

Fr. Herbert J. Ryan, S.J., a theology professor at LMU, engages us in a passionate discussion on the often controversial subject of exorcisms. As one of the primary consultants on the film The Exorcism of Emily Rose, Fr. Ryan uses his expertise in the Catholic Rite of Exorcism to help explain the unexplainable. Each Jesuits […]

Marian Apparitions

November 4, 2006

For centuries the Blessed Virgin Mary has been making repeated visits throughout our world. Fr. Dorian Llyweln, S.J. examines the famous Marian Apparitions and shares his views on their psychological and spiritual significance. Fr. Llywelyn also discusses the messages that the Blessed Mother has shared with humanity and provides an assessment of what he believes […]

Reconciliation

November 4, 2006

Fr. Paul Brian Campbell, S.J., illuminates on the Sacrament and Reconciliation through it’s evolution in the church. Drawing on his own experience and those of his fellow priests, Fr. Campbell discusses the difficulties many face in understanding, accepting and participating in this Sacrament. Each Jesuits On… features a member of the Society of Jesus sharing […]

India

November 4, 2006

Father Vinayak Jadav, S.J., a lecturer in Gujarati literature and journalism at St. Xavier College, Ahmedabad, India, examines the history and impact of the Catholic Church in India. He talks about the church’s origins as well as its dedication to the poor through social action, education, health services and inculturation. Fr. Jadav also speaks passionately […]

A Teacher’s Vocation

November 4, 2006

Father Martin T. Connell, S.J., earned a doctorate in Anthropology of Education from U.C. Santa Barbara. He is now Assistant Professor in the School of Education at Loyola Marymount University. The success of a school is closely tied to the motivations of its teachers. For Catholic education, motivation has a specific name: vocation. Fr. Connell […]