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 […]
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 […]