Media Mindfulness Blog

Sr. Allison shares a simple and yet profound way to pray for the musicians who have most deeply touched our lives.

Novice Sr. Allison explores themes of death and eternal life in the video game "What Remains of Edith Finch."

Everybody loves a good superhero movie. But have you ever thought to pray with them? Sr Orianne shares her love of Marvel movies and how she engages prayerfully with them discovering some profound truths of humanity and our common human experience.

Should Catholics be playing dark video games? Sr. Allison explores what can we learn from the way evil is presented in video games and the impact they might have on us.

The musical stage play of "Hamilton" describes a man struggling with his own humanity—a tug between the spiritual and material world. Sr Orianne shares her reflections on how his journey is reflective of our own personal spiritual journeys.

The classic anime series Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood not only is an action-packed, compelling series, but it also speaks to an understanding of the human being as body and soul—a Theology of the Body connection!

This is a Litany of Saints who can help us grow in media mindfulness. As we develop our critical thinking skills with regard to our consuming and creating media messages, we also seek to grow in a media spirituality that helps us live our faith in a digital media culture.

The Chosen, the streaming series about the life of Jesus that sets a precedent and explores the humanity of Jesus like no other, touches peoples minds and hearts. We hear from Jonathan Roumie, the actor who plays the role of Jesus in the series, to get his take on the effects of his work and how God is using him through his art.

Sometimes the art of film can help us make sense of the pain and darkness of grief that overtakes some people who have lacked the comfort and support of good mentors in their lives. This film shows that redemption is possible and there is life after grief.

Sr. Orianne shares her reflects on the timeless classic by Jane Austen remade into a luscious film by Autumn de Wilde. Emma, to her dismay, is chastised for being too interested in everyone else's business that she cannot see herself and her mistakes. It is a life lesson of conversion, humility and truth for all.