Saint John Berchmans holds a special place among scholastics in the Society of Jesus, as his life exemplifies a profound simplicity and devotion that continues to inspire us today. Born in 1599, he lived during a time of great religious and political turmoil as history tells us if the reformation struggles in Europe during that […]
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Life and Witness of Blessed Miguel Pro, SJ
Today the Catholic Church and the Society of Jesus, especially in the Americas celebrate the life and witness of Blessed Miguel Pro, SJ. The final moments of Blessed Miguel Pro is filled with the spirit of unwavering commitment to Christ’s call to witness his teachings, even in the face of death he proclaimed the name […]
Honoring the Jesuit Martyrs: The Legacy of Saint John del Castillo, SJ and companions.
Today, we gather as a global Jesuit family to celebrate and honor the memory of the Jesuit Martyrs of Paraguay, Saint Roque Gonzalez de Santa Cruz, Saint Alfonso Rodriguez, and Saint John del Castillo, SJ. Their lives and sacrifices stand as a powerful testament on responding and committing to the call of the King to […]
St. Joseph Maria Pignatelli SJ – A man of the Exercises
I first learned about Saint Joseph Pignatelli when exploring the Chronicles of the Society of Jesus and it’s survival through suppression during my 30 days retreat. No one has kindled as much burning zeal for mission as Pignatelli did. A man of the spiritual exercises Indeed. I am profoundly moved by how his unwavering faith […]
St. Stanislaus Kostka – A model of determination
On 13th November, the Society of Jesus and the Catholic church celebrates the feast of St. Stanislaus Kostka. Reflecting on the life of St. Stanislaus Kostka, I’m struck by his unwavering commitment, his courage, and his trust in God’s calling. At just 17 years old, he embodied virtues we often spend a lifetime seeking faithfulness, […]
All the Departed of the Society of Jesus
Commemorating All the Departed of the Society of Jesus This November, the Society of Jesus and the Catholic Church invites us into a season of remembrance for all who have gone before us, and especially today, a time to lift up our hearts in prayer for all the departed members of the Society of Jesus. […]
All Saints of the Society of Jesus
Celebrating All Saints of the Society of Jesus Reflecting on the lives of Jesuit saints, I am struck by a profound sense of kinship with these men who, through diverse paths, demonstrated unwavering commitment to Christ and to the mission of the Society of Jesus. As a Jesuit, I feel a deep resonance with their […]
Blessed Rupert Mayer, SJ
Blessed Rupert Mayer SJ: A Beacon of Faith and Conviction Blessed Rupert Mayer, a German Jesuit priest, displayed extraordinary courage, faith, and love for humanity. His legacy stands as a call to Christians today to live out their faith boldly, even in the face of oppression and challenges. Rooted deeply in the Jesuit principles inspired […]
All Souls Day: Remembering the Faithful Departed and Celebrating Lives of Faith, Love, and Service
Today, November 2nd, is a sacred day for Catholics worldwide, a time to remember and pray for the souls of the faithful departed. In Africa, where a strong communal bond and reverence for ancestors are central to many cultures, All Souls’ Day holds profound spiritual and cultural significance. This day invites Catholics in Africa and […]