In early August, I participated in the Service Learning Program (SLP) held in Davao City, Philippines. As it was my first time, I wasn’t sure what to expect. However, it quickly turned out to be a transformative experience that broadened … Continued
Laudato sí is a Latin phrase that helps us understand what it means to love and care for our planet. As the years go by, we often forget how much our actions impact the environment around us. Especially as islanders … Continued
The four Jesuit scholastics in the Chinese Province undertaking their theological studies participated in the month-long Arrupe Month. This intensive programme marks one of the most important stages of formation for deepening the scholastics’ Jesuit identity and priestly vocation within … Continued
Let us not forget the poor. This was the main message of Fr Totet Banaynal SJ to an international group of Jesuit regents and young priests gathered in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from 29 to 30 August. Fr Banaynal recalled his … Continued
The Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities in Asia Pacific (AJCU-AP) convened in Beijing, China, from 25 to 27 August for its Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) meeting. Hosted by The Beijing Center for Chinese Studies at the University of International … Continued
Globalisation encourages changes in many fields. One of these is increased human mobility, both domestically and internationally. Many people are forced to move due to economic problems, conflict, persecution, exile, and all forms of human rights violations, including human trafficking … Continued
Pope Francis is making his 45th apostolic journey from 2 to 13 September, visiting Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, and Singapore. This marks his return to Asia since 2019, when he visited Thailand and Japan. The upcoming 12-day trip will … Continued
Formators and formands from four formation houses in Manila came together for a morning of fun and camaraderie at the Scholastics and Brothers Circle (SBC) sportsfest held on 23 August at the Ateneo de Manila University covered courts. The sportsfest … Continued
Youthful energy filled the Jesuit scholasticate in Ho Chi Minh City as some 250 primary and secondary students from Xuân Lọc Diocese showed up for “Come and See (John 1:39),” a day dedicated to building friendships and promoting vocations to … Continued
A group of scholastics from Saint Joseph Jesuit Scholasticate in Vietnam were installed as extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist during a Mass on 15 August, the Solemnity of the Assumption. For the 30 men in their philosophy studies and the … Continued