Baljot Rai ’24 February is Black History Month, a time to be aware of societal and cultural contributions of the Black community. It’s a time which calls us to gain knowledge, fight for justice, and address racism. The Black community is a vital part of the Church’s development, especially with Black saints. The history of... Continue Reading →

Samay Dadlani ’24 Contributor There has never been a papal visit more anticipated than Pope Francis’s upcoming trip to Cana-da. The Pope agreed to assist with ongoing reconciliation efforts for the Indigenous peoples following the discovery of thousands of children buried at former residential schools. The Vatican has declared that the Canadian Conference of Catholic... Continue Reading →

Baljot Rai ’24 Contributor “Solidarity” is defined as unity or agreement, especially amongst people with similar interests. However, over the past year and a half, we have learned that solidarity is much more than a common interest: it is essential. Pope Francis said it best last April, “As the tragic COVID-19 pandemic has taught us:... Continue Reading →

Nathan Poklar ’24 Contributor Driving down Kenaston Boulevard near Bridgewater, you might notice a great brick building, decorated with stained glass and with a golden angel crowning the steeple. Over the past three years, the building has slowly crept up, with many wondering what it could possibly be. Finally, we have the answer — a... Continue Reading →

Baljot Rai '24 Contributor It’s officially the Christmas season; the merriest time of the year. The holiday spirit is in the air, there’s a cheery vibe amongst the students, Mariah Carey’s Christmas songs are playing, and winter break and presents are on everyone’s minds. And nothing says Christmas more than the world-famous, Santa Claus. The... Continue Reading →

Yash Varma ’24  Contributor  Hinduism is the oldest and the third most practiced religion in the world, the predominant religion in India and Nepal. Unlike religions such as Christianity or Judaism, Hinduism does not have a founder (like Jesus or Abraham). Instead, it is a collection of traditions and philosophies.   In Hinduism, God is viewed... Continue Reading →

Alec Compton  ’22  Arts & Culture Editor  Faith is a complicated concept that means many things to many people. As much as we have secularized as a society, it is undeniable that faith has influenced our art. Unlike most religious music, Ignota’s Sinner Get Ready does not simply sing God’s praises; instead, it takes a personal... Continue Reading →

Myles Cesario ’21 Religion Editor In the Catholic Church there are three theological virtues that are interconnected and ultimately define the Christian life; they are faith, hope, and charity. These are the virtues that the world must see at the end of not only this pandemic, but this academic year. Three virtues that will set... Continue Reading →

Myles Cesario ’21      Religion Editor The Universal Apostolic Preferences, UAPs for short, are four preferences that the Society of Jesus wishes all its apostolates to keep in the back of their minds in their decisions for the next 10 years. The four UAPs are: To show the way to God through the Spiritual... Continue Reading →