Universal Apostolic Preferences

The USA Midwest Province’s use of solar energy began with schools and now reaches to the rooftops of a Jesuit residence and the Province office itself. About half of the Province office’s electricity comes from the 152 panels on the roof of the Chicago building...

“The Society of Jesus has long been present where humanity’s needs meet God’s saving love.” Pope Leo XIV affirmed this during his audience on 24 October with global Jesuit leaders gathered in Rome for a 10-day meeting...

“What has been the impact of the Universal Apostolic Preferences?” That was the main topic on the agenda of the Major Superiors on Monday, 20 October. Two key inputs set the tone for the session: one from Fr John Dardis and another from Fr Quyen Vu...

Auguri! It is the feast day of St Ignatius of Loyola! As Jesuits, our thoughts naturally turn to the founder of the Society of Jesus every year on 31 July. We celebrate a spiritual pioneer whose vision continues to shape the Church and the Society of Jesus...

At the end of July 2025, hundreds of thousands of young adults from around the world will descend upon Rome. Invited by Pope Francis at the start of the Jubilee year of Hope, these “Pilgrims of Hope” will be welcomed by Pope Leo XIV for the Youth Jubilee...

In a world where administrative structures often privilege efficiency over discernment, we invite you to explore how Ignatian spirituality can transform our governing structures into true discerning bodies.

Join the webinar – the first of its kind to feature parish life – and find out best practises for parish ministry and how the Spirit is moving. A panel of speakers from a variety of situations whether rural or urban will share insights and you will get a chance...

It was at the 35th General Congregation, held in 2008, that the Society of Jesus officially took a position on ecological issues, following a mention in a short decree of the 34th General Congregation held in 1995...

Five years ago, Pope Francis missioned the Society of Jesus with the Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAPs), a set of four ministerial “accents” for the Society to serve the needs of the Church over the following ten years. At the halfway point...

The Society of Jesus is taking forward our commitment to collaborate on the Common Home. That’s the good news emerging from the Extended Council of Fr General which took place from 3rd to 7th of June. That commitment is most clear...

Five years ago, the Society of Jesus received four Universal Apostolic Preferences as a mission from the Holy Father. Pope Francis underlined the first as fundamental. “Showing the way to God through the Spiritual Exercises and discernment” is, without a doubt...

February marks five years since the Holy Father gave the Society four special orientations for mission – our Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAPs).