Two Jesuits Talking | Episode 5: Bodies!

About this episode

Fathers Eric and Damian discuss the significance of the body in relation to faith and spirituality.

Gymnastics. Theater. Sacraments. Muscle memory. Fathers Eric and Damian talk about the body, not as something separate from faith, but as the place where faith actually happens. Movement, gesture, breath, touch: Our bodies preach, pray and remember. Grace isn’t abstract. It’s embodied. About the show: Two Jesuits Talking is a Catholic podcast hosted by Fr. Eric Immel, SJ, and Fr. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ. Through candid, unscripted conversations, they explore Ignatian spirituality, Catholic life, ministry, culture, prayer and the everyday questions that shape modern faith. This isn’t a lecture. It’s not a debate show. It’s two Jesuit priests talking honestly about what it means to follow Jesus today, with humor, depth and real friendship. Whether you're a practicing Catholic, spiritually curious, returning to the Church, or just interested in authentic conversations about faith, you're welcome here. During Lent, Two Jesuits Talking episodes will appear here on the AMDG feed every Saturday. After Easter, we'll move the show onto its own dedicated feed. You can also watch episodes of the show on YouTube: www.youtube.com/societyofjesus Two Jesuits Talking is a production of the…

People in this episode

Hosts: Fr. Eric Immel, SJ, Fr. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ

Topics covered

• faith
• body
• sacraments
• movement
• gesture
• spirituality

Keywords

• gymnastics
• theater
• sacraments
• muscle memory
• Ignatian spirituality
• Catholic life

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jesuit Conference, Jesuit Media Lab

Books & works: Two Jesuits Talking

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