Fr Thomas O’Gorman SJ has lived through exciting times. He came of age after World War II in New York City, and joined the novitiate before turning 18. He was a young Jesuit missionary when he experienced the awakening of … Continued
What is our reaction when we hear the term “missionary”? Perhaps we instinctively think of a priest or a religious person who leaves his land to “evangelise” in distant ones. This was the most common idea of “mission” until … Continued
Vietnam is a very beautiful country, not only because of its natural scenery but also for its people. I had never actually thought of going to Vietnam until I moved to Arrupe International Residence for my theological studies. Frankly speaking, … Continued
In the beginning of January, a group of Jesuit scholastics from Arrupe International Residence studying theology in Manila attended an immersion workshop at the Apu Palamguwan Cultural Education Center (APC) in Bendum, a small village tucked in the mountains of … Continued
Eight Jesuits made their promises as deacons before a Philippine bishop on October 26 in the Church of the Gesu, Ateneo de Manila University. Bishop Sofronio Bancud of Cabanatuan ordained as deacons Paul Tu Ja from Myanmar, Peter Tran Hoan … Continued
Ate Mirna’s smile is instant, bright and always a sign of happiness. “Ate” in Tagalog means “older sister”, a respectful and affectionate nickname given to women. She immediately smiles when we enter her poor hut in the suburb of Liwanag … Continued
Jesuit Communications (JesCom) Philippines has published an anthology of the homilies of Fr Arnel Aquino SJ entitled, Empty boats…full nets. All proceeds of the book will go toward the education and training of Jesuit scholastics in Arrupe International Residence, an … Continued
Arrupe International Residence (AIR) in Manila is home to 56 Jesuits representing 17 different nationalities. The community is well-known for its unique hospitality and, owing to its multicultural environment, a variety of cuisines from around the world adapted and adjusted … Continued
While on school break in January, a group of us from Arrupe International Residence travelled to Bendum in Mindanao for a workshop on reconciliation with creation. From the busy and hectic atmosphere of Metro Manila, we were refreshed and reenergised … Continued
Be inspired by the First Companions in Venice. This was the message of Jesuit Superior General Fr Arturo Sosa SJ to the young Jesuits in formation in the Philippines. Just hours after arriving from Cagayan De Oro City on December … Continued