In the bustling neighbourhoods of Jakarta and the serene landscapes of Bogor, I recently had the privilege of witnessing the profound impact of refugee support initiatives led by our partner, Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Indonesia. My visit opened my eyes … Continued
Pope Francis’ visit to Timor-Leste couldn’t have come at a more momentous time for the Jesuits, who this year are celebrating the 125th anniversary of the first Jesuit mission in the country. The Pope’s visit offered an opportunity for reflection … Continued
Pope Francis inaugurated his sixth apostolic journey to Asia with a visit to Indonesia, the world’s most populous Muslim nation. For the Jesuits working in the country, the Holy Father’s trip reaffirmed the Society’s commitment to interfaith dialogue, youth, social … Continued
Ahead of World Day of Migrants and Refugees on 29 September, Jesuit Mission Australia is urgently appealing for assistance for thousands of “de facto” refugees in Indonesia, who are not recognised under UN law. The United Nations is cutting funding … Continued
The Catholic Student Network in the North of Thailand opened our academic year with a Retreat on the Way. Although we make this retreat annually, this year we followed a new route, travelling on motorbikes from the Seven Fountains Spirituality … Continued
Aesop, the Greek philosopher and writer of the 6th century BC, wrote the fable of “The Hare and the Tortoise,” a story universally popular with children of every era and country. Aesop often used the number five as a symbol … Continued
Australian Jesuits, Joshua Yew Khean Choong SJ and Isaac Anthony Demase SJ were ordained deacons on 14 September at Saint Ignatius of Loyola Parish, Chestnut Hill in Boston, Massachusetts in the United States, where they are studying theology. They were … Continued
Filipino Jesuit Fr Raymund Benedict Q Hizon SJ, known as Fr RB, professed his Final Vows in the Society of Jesus on 8 September during a liturgy at the Jesuit Residence of Ateneo de Manila University. Philippine Provincial Fr Xavier … Continued
Fr Paul Yamauchi Yutaka was ordained to the priesthood by Archbishop Tarcisio Isao Kikuchi in St Ignatius Church, Tokyo, on 14 September. Among the 44 concelebrants was Salesian Fr Taniguchi, who had been Fr Yamauchi’s godfather when he was baptised … Continued
Members of the Commission on the Role and Responsibilities of the Society of Jesus have embarked on conference-level listening sessions—essentially conversations where we can revisit the objectives of the Women’s Commission in view of the results of our global survey … Continued