PALAVAI: A Beacon of Hope for the Irular Tribes of Tamil Nadu

PALAVAI: A Beacon of Hope for the Irular Tribes of Tamil Nadu

PALAVAI (Pedagogy and Action for Livelihood Availing Entitlements Village Leadership and Advocacy of Irulars) shines as a symbol of hope and empowerment for the marginalized Irular tribes. Established in June 2014 by the Jesuit Chennai Mission...

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Andhra Province: ‘Walking with the Excluded’

Andhra Province: ‘Walking with the Excluded’

The Jesuit commitment to ‘Walking with the Excluded’ is evident through the dedicated efforts of the Andhra Jesuit Province to create multiple initiative serving their educational institutions, mission centres, and social outreach programmes...

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From Oppression to Opportunity: The Role of Social Action Centres in Jesuit Chennai Province

From Oppression to Opportunity: The Role of Social Action Centres in Jesuit Chennai Province

The Jesuit Chennai Province stands as a beacon of hope across 21 civil districts encompassing nine ecclesiastical dioceses in northern and western Tamil Nadu. This region is predominantly inhabited by Dalits, particularly Dalit Christians...

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A call for peace and protection in eastern DR Congo

A call for peace and protection in eastern DR Congo

In the wake of the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in the Eastern part of Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the Secretariat for Social Justice and Ecology (SJES) and the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), along with several Jesuit organizations, join voices to condemn...

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A call to support essential Jesuit charities

A call to support essential Jesuit charities

The US government's announcement in January 2025 that it would suspend all foreign aid for at least 90 days has profound consequences for the continuation of the important work of the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) and Fe y Alegría...

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With the migrants – In search of peace

With the migrants – In search of peace

Jesuits and their partners in mission are present at the very heart of the world. They are sensitive to the challenges of our time. They reach out especially to those in need of support. They want to help create a better world for everyone.

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Honouring the Legacy of Fr A. T. Thomas, SJ

Honouring the Legacy of Fr A. T. Thomas, SJ

A Pilgrimage to Punyabhoomi - On a recent pilgrimage, 24 Jesuit Tertians and instructors from St Stanislaus College (SSC), Sitagarha, journeyed to Punyabhoomi (holy land), the sacred site of Fr A. T. Thomas’s martyrdom...

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Faith in conflicts or conflicts of faith

Faith in conflicts or conflicts of faith

Inspired by St Ignatius’ “Finding God in all things” teaching, we decided to explore how faith is lived out today, in a world torn by fratricidal conflicts and devastating climate change...

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Hope and Opportunity: The Jesuits’ mission with Hungary’s Roma people || Jesuits at the Frontiers

Hope and Opportunity: The Jesuits’ mission with Hungary’s Roma people || Jesuits at the Frontiers

The Roma community, making up 10% of Hungary’s population, is the largest minority group in the country. Despite their rich history and cultural contributions, their experiences have been influenced by discrimination and misunderstanding...

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From Cambodia’s Heart to the Vatican: A Wheelchair for Pope Francis

From Cambodia’s Heart to the Vatican: A Wheelchair for Pope Francis

Amid the rural landscapes of Cambodia, a small workshop has been quietly transforming the lives and futures of countless individuals who have been affected by mines, cluster bombs, and the aftermath of war. Established in 1994, it crafts wheelchairs that enhance the quality of life for many...

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Lebanon: Jesuits offer shelter and hope amid growing crises

Lebanon: Jesuits offer shelter and hope amid growing crises

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...

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God walks with His People: Celebrating the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees

God walks with His People: Celebrating the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees

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”.

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