JRS

14 November marks the anniversary of the birth of Fr Pedro Arrupe (14 November 1907) and holds special meaning for the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), an apostolic ministry he founded to address the needs of refugees and displaced persons. Coinciding with JRS’s anniversary...

In a significant moment for the Jesuits in Ukraine, Father General Arturo Sosa made his first official visit to Ukraine from 6–10 November. His visit, which comes at a time of the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia, brings hope and solidarity to a country...

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) has been present in the country since 2013, providing refugees with accompaniment, education, and psychosocial support. Due to the rapid escalation and unpredictability of the conflict, these activities have been suspended...

Pope Francis reminds us that the encounter with the migrant, as with anyone in need “is also an encounter with Christ” and invites the Church to unite in prayer “for all those who have had to leave their land in search of dignified living conditions”.

Sudan, located in north-eastern Africa, has been a hotbed for a deepening socio-political crisis since fighting broke out in the country last year. So far, international organizations estimate that about 25.6 million people – more than half of Sudan’s population – face acute hunger...

Central to JRS’s mission is reconciliation - among people, with the environment, and with God. JRS operates globally as an apostolate of the Society of Jesus, grounded in its universal charism of reconciliation and justice. It embodies the Society’s mission to promote...

In a world marked by geopolitical turmoil, war and economic instability, many people have been forced into situations of forced displacement. The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) has been at the forefront of providing hope and support to those most in need.

As global challenges increase, so does the urgency to overcome the destructive feelings that separate us and fuel hatred towards the “other”. This World Refugee Day we join the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) and other partners in urging everyone to go beyond labels and recognise the humanity we share.

On the occasion of the World Day Against Child Labour (12 June), we share the story of Amin*, a young refugee from Syria whose life embodies determination and resilience.
*Name has been changed to protect privacy.

Manresa Spirituality Centre: Father General met with 60 people from the various Ignatian spirituality groups of different ages and experiences. JRS Romania: Father General visited the Jesuit Refugee Service team. After a presentation of the services offered...

Fr General visits the Works of the Maltese Jesuits: Paulo Freire Institute, Loyola House, St Aloysius College, JRS Malta, ‘Dar Manwel Magri’ Residence, University Chaplaincy...

Through the One Proposal programme, Jesuits have continuously provided emergency aid, shelter, psychosocial support, education, and integration to those fleeing the violence in Ukraine.