The Roman Catholic religious order known as the Society of Jesus, or the Jesuits, was founded in the 16th century by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. Famous for their "Ignatian Spirituality" and ardent commitment to education, the Jesuits work towards integrating their beliefs with the practical concerns of everyday life. Ignatian retreats are the most popular spiritual retreats in both Catholic and Protestant churches around the United States.
The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything updates the wisdom of Saint Ignatius for a modern audience. Father James Martin uses examples from the lives of great Jesuit saints, along with his own experiences as a priest, to show readers how to manage relationships, money, work, prayer, and decision making while keeping a sense of humor about it all. The Rev. James Martin, S.J. is a Jesuit priest, associate editor of America magazine and author of numerous books, including My Life with the Saints. His many media appearances include NPR's "Fresh Air with Terry Gross," Fox TV's "The O'Reilly Factor," PBS's "The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer," and the New York Times, the Boston Globe, and the Chicago Tribune. Before entering the Jesuits in 1988, he graduated from the Wharton School of Business and worked at General Electric.Freshman Common Read: University of Scranton
