Inside the Congregation: North America and Africa-Madagascar

Inside the Congregation: North America and Africa-Madagascar

We pulled one representative from each of six Conferences and asked them for their thoughts about representing their brothers at CP71. Fr. Jean Luc Enyegue represents the Province of Occidental Africa (AOC). Fr. Victor Cancino is a member of the US West Province of the United States (UWE).

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The Chapel of Conversion: the Past, Present and Future of the Society of Jesus

The Chapel of Conversion: the Past, Present and Future of the Society of Jesus

Approach the “Santuario de Loyola” in Spain, and you’re immediately greeted by a great basilica that dominates the landscape. Walk further onto the campus and you’ll find a museum in the remains of Castle Loyola filled with relics, stained glass and...

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Hunger for Justice: A Delegate’s reflection on Ministry to the Marginalized

Hunger for Justice: A Delegate’s reflection on Ministry to the Marginalized

Fr. L. Yesumarian, is the CP71 delegate from the Chennai Province of India. A lawyer by trade, he has spent decades fighting the injustice perpetrated against Dalit and Tribal communities in India, reclaiming stolen land...

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Healing our deafness: Recognizing our resistance to Conversion

Healing our deafness: Recognizing our resistance to Conversion

Before a Jesuit makes a decision, he discerns. In order to discern, he must pray. This isn’t just a maxim of Jesuit life, it’s a way of living a prayerfully-examined vocation to service. It’s no surprise then that the delegates of the 71st Congregation of Procurators...

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CP71 – Retreat ends and Canonical Phase begins

CP71 – Retreat ends and Canonical Phase begins

“Jesuits know who they are by looking at Jesus; he is the foundation of our Jesuit identity. When we pray together, we find ourselves... we find each other... and we find a new depth and creativity in our mission.”

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International Day of Families – A couple tells their story

International Day of Families – A couple tells their story

15 May marks the International Day of Families. On this occasion, we offer you the testimony of Vittorio and Marta, a Roman couple. A simple, true testimony, rooted in experience.

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Being silent in action

Being silent in action

Reviving youth ministry through an experience of silence, contemplation and action. - Missionary youth work today is no mere fad triggered by the explosion of social media. Nor does it exist because Pope Francis, by dint of decisiveness and creativity, has potentially inspired the whole Church...

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Congregation of Procurators – The retreat

Congregation of Procurators – The retreat

The retreat for the Congregation of Procurators is a unique opportunity for the members to dive deep into the De Statu Societatis and reflect on it. It is a synthesis document prepared by Father General from reports received on the situation of the Society...

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Congregation of Procurators – The beginning in images

Congregation of Procurators – The beginning in images

The hundred or so Jesuits gathered in Loyola, the birthplace of Saint Ignatius in Spain, are living an eight-day retreat together. To help you feel the atmosphere of this important gathering, here are some photos of the beginning of the event, including the opening Mass in the Basilica of Loyola.

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The light amidst the ruins of Homs – Jesuits at the frontiers

The light amidst the ruins of Homs – Jesuits at the frontiers

For most of the world, Syria has become a synonym for war, violence, and death. But despite everything, the Jesuits never left Syria. The life of the Catholic community in Homs is only possible thanks to the brave spirit of Jesuit priests...

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New Provincial for the Madurai Province: Fr. Thomas Amirtham

New Provincial for the Madurai Province: Fr. Thomas Amirtham

Father General Arturo Sosa has appointed Fr. Thomas Amirtham Provincial of the Madurai (MDU) Province. Born on 25 May 1964, Fr. Amirtham entered the Society of Jesus on 5 July 1984, was ordained a priest on 19 November 1994, and pronounced his Final Vows on 29 April 2005.

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For ecclesial movements and groups – The Pope Video

For ecclesial movements and groups – The Pope Video

Let us pray that ecclesial movements and groups may daily rediscover their evangelizing mission, and that they place their own charisms at the service of the world’s needs.

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