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Articles by James Martin, S.J.
Father James Martin: Who can LGBTQ Catholics look up to? Role models past and present
Outreach Originals James Martin, S.J. / December 22, 2025LGBTQ Catholics can find role models for their lives not only in the Bible and history, but even in the church today.
The Desert Blooms
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / December 13, 2025All of us long for this almost heavenly experience, where everything can grow and everyone can flourish, even in the desert.
Listening to our community
Outreach Originals James Martin, S.J. / December 8, 2025At the root of Outreach’s mission is creating a space for LGBTQ Catholics, their allies and those who minister to them to share in community.
Christ is my king. But what kind of king is he?
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / November 22, 2025Our desire for a mighty king (or queen) is not surprising. But that desire is almost always misplaced.
Why does Jesus warn us about the end times?
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / November 15, 2025Jesus’ warnings concerning the end times call us to live faithfully, every moment of the day.
The Catholic Church: Ever Ancient, Ever New
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / November 8, 2025The question comes up once a year: Why are we celebrating a feast for a building?
Believe in the Afterlife
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / November 1, 2025God has a place prepared for each of us, a place where we will dwell with God until the end of time.
On not being arrogant
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / October 25, 2025We often think after hearing this parable, “Well, at least I’m not like the Pharisee!” As a result, we end up exalting ourselves in a parable about not exalting ourselves.
What happens when we don’t get what we pray for?
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / October 18, 2025The key is to continue to be in relationship with a God whom we sometimes don’t understand.
The person you hate is someone to help, learn from and even find salvation from
Gospel Reflection James Martin, S.J. / October 10, 2025Jesus is giving his disciples and us a way out of demonization and polarization.









