The Spiritual Life with Fr. James Martin, S.J.

Pete Buttigieg, the 19th U.S. Secretary of Transportation and a military veteran, shares insights on his faith journey, influenced by a passionate Old Testament teacher. He discusses the intertwining of his identity as an openly gay Christian with his political career. Buttigieg reflects on how fatherhood has deepened his understanding of the divine, highlighting the parallels between parental love and God's love. The conversation also underscores the importance of social justice and empathy in faith, shaping his moral compass throughout his experiences.

Host James Martin, S.J., welcomes the multi-award winning actress, Whoopi Goldberg, onto “The Spiritual Life” podcast. This wide-ranging conversation includes: Whoopi’s Catholic childhood and how her faith has evolved The influence of Pope John XXIII on her life What Whoopi shared with Pope Francis about Black Catholics Watch a video recording of this conversation on ⁠America Media's YouTube channel.⁠ Read Fr. Jim's article on this interview with Whoopi Goldberg Do you have a spiritual question for Fr. Jim? You can write to us at:  thespirituallife@americamedia.org Become a subscriber today at Americamagazine.org/subscribe

On the first episode of “The Spiritual Life,” Fr. James Martin, S.J., talks to Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe, O.P., former Master General of the Dominican Order and a retreat leader for the Synod on Synodality. Together, they talk about:  Dominican spirituality and prayer Friendship with God and dialogue in the church Cardinal Timothy’s spiritual insights from aging and recovering from illness Watch a video recording of this conversation on America Media's YouTube channel. Read Fr. Jim's article on this conversation with Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe. Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe’s recent books: Listening Together: Meditations on Synodality  Surprised by Hope: Further Meditations on Synodality Do you have a spiritual question for Fr. Jim? You can write to us at:  thespirituallife@americamedia.org Become a subscriber today at Americamagazine.org/subscribe

What is prayer and how can we pray?  How do I know if God is responding to my prayers?  What does it mean to live a spiritual life? “The Spiritual Life with Fr. James Martin, S.J.,” focuses on how people experience God in their prayer and their daily lives. The show combines practical wisdom with deep reflections from spiritual masters and well-known seekers, all tracing the mystery of God’s activity in their own lives.