Arrupe International Residence
The long journey to the gift of myself
How do we take care of the people entrusted to our care and ministry? How do we ensure our own harmonious psycho-sexual development and growth?...read more
Fr Tom O’Gorman: 70 Years a Jesuit
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...read more
A testimony of a bishop “from the end of the world”
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...read more
The joy of simplicity
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...read more
Called to live Laudato si’
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...read more
Ordained as servants
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...read more
How life in a suburb of Manila helped my grief
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...read more
Anthology of homilies by Fr Arnel Aquino SJ to benefit young Jesuits in Arrupe International Residence
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...read more
AIR Community’s commitment to the environment
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...read more