Joseph Schner, SJ, is a professor of Psychology and Religion at the Toronto School of Theology.
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"As in her earlier novels, Rowling demonstrates her research into psychopathology that marked her earlier works. In Lethal White, she portrays the workings of PTSD with insight and precision. "...
" I am sorry that we have to wait until 2020 for more of Scamander and his adventures, but in the meantime I am also sure that there will be other treats!"...
"this Summer I discovered Emma Jameson’s series of detective novels. They were perfect reads for the hot, muggy summer that spread across the country this year."...
A personal relationship with Jesus they see as the most important and effective means to help spiritual growth and maturity. ...
"Novels based on the tension between science and religion must be numerous! Over the past few months I have read three that trace the evolution of this theme from the past to the present century"...
"When Downton Abbey’s final season was coming to a close, the editor of IgNation remarked to me: “What will we do after Downton is finished?”. I remember answering optimistically that something would turn up!"...
For one Jesuit, Canada Day 2017 was one for remembering past in the present, and thanking God for many blessings. This is a bit of a stream of consciousness....
Joe Schner, SJ continues his postings on the detective novel with a look at Mma Precious Ramotswe, of Botswana, and her No.1 Ladies Detective Agency....
In the midst of the colleges that make up the University of Toronto is Queen's Park - a space to experience the beauty of God's creation in every season....
In his ongoing series on the Detective Novel, Joe Schner, SJ, takes a look at Robert Galbraith's third detective novel Career of Evil. Robert Galbraith is the pen name of J. K. Rowling....
