James Campbell, D Min

Articles by James Campbell, D Min

• 10 Things to Know About Electing the Pope

  James Campbell shares 10 things to know about electing the pope. Learn who can be elected pope, how popes choose their names, and more.

• Biblical Fishing 101 Reeling in the First Fishers of Faith

  In this Food and Faith story, dive into the lives of the apostles fishing on the Sea of Galilee.

• Celebrating Advent with Your Family

  Advent prepares us to celebrate Christmas. Children help us celebrate Advent with fresh eyes.

• Confused by the Gospel of Judas?

  Gospel of Judas sheds no new light on the meaning of Jesus. Get a Catholic understanding of the Gospel of Judas.

• The Old Testament

  The Old Testament is indispensable for understanding the basis of our Christian life.

• The Way of the Cross

  The Way of the Cross is a timeless way to imagine Jesus’ journey and grow in our relationship with Him.

• The Way of Discipleship

  The Second Vatican Council teaches that the call to holiness is universal, and all are called to be saints. In this way, we are all called to be disciples.

• The Way of the Poor

  God’s concern for the poor is the most prevalent and deepest value in Christian tradition.

• The Way of Mary

  Embracing the Way of Mary, Mother of God, the “New Eve,” shows how she is our constant companion and intercessor so we may grow in love as disciples of Jesus.

• The Way of Human Dignity

  Embracing the Way of Human Dignity calls us to stop and consider who we are in relation to God and others.

• New Beginnings

  Advent is the season to celebrate new beginnings. Find some ideas for honoring Advent with your children.

• Noah and the Flood

  The story of Noah is told to illustrate how deeply the human family has fallen into sinfulness.

• Pope John Paul II Was Influenced by Pope John XXIII

  Pope John Paul II was influenced by Pope John XXIII’s calling the Second Vatican Council. Learn about both popes.

• Pope John XXIII

  Read a brief biography of Pope John XXIII (Angelo Roncalli).

• Practicing Small Acts of Kindness

  Frederic Ozanam, practicing small acts of kindness, started the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Read more.

• Sacrament of Holy Orders

  Some men are called to serve Jesus and the Church through the Sacrament of Holy Orders. Learn more about the sacraments at Loyola Press.

• The Jesse Tree: 1st Week of Advent

  What ornaments adorn a Jesse tree during the First Week of Advent? Learn about all the ornaments on the Jesse tree at Loyola Press.

• The Jesse Tree: 2nd Week of Advent

  What ornaments adorn a Jesse tree during the Second Week of Advent? Learn about all the ornaments on the Jesse tree at Loyola Press.

• The Jesse Tree: 3rd Week of Advent

  What ornaments adorn a Jesse tree during the Third Week of Advent? Learn about all the ornaments on the Jesse tree at Loyola Press.

• The Jesse Tree: 4th Week of Advent

  What ornaments adorn a Jesse tree during the Fourth Week of Advent? Learn about all the ornaments on the Jesse tree at Loyola Press.

• The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick

  The sacrament that helps unite those who are suffering with Jesus' saving and healing power is the Anointing of the Sick. Learn more about the sacraments.

• Turning to God in Times of Tragedy

  Helping children turn to God in times of tragedy. Learn how to help children deal with tragic situations at Loyola Press.

• What Would Jesus Eat?

  In this Food and Faith story, delve into the diet of those living in the Holy Land at the time of Jesus.