It is definitely a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) environment we live in today. The impact of the pandemic is scary, confusing, and unnerving, not least because nobody knows when it will end. Economies are being devastated, creating untold … Continued
Many of us have been inspired by Fr Stan Swamy SJ through his talks and writings as the former director of the Bangalore Indian Social Institute and an unflinching Adivasi human rights activist in Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, India. His … Continued
It might have been another weekend for many, but 31 October was a special night of encounter for us who chose to spend it in companionship with old and new friends. When we had our Magis gathering, a blue moon … Continued
In a short video message, Fr Tony Moreno SJ, President of the Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific, highlights Pope Francis’ call to solidarity in his encyclical, Fratelli Tutti. “Pope Francis analyses the problems that threaten our human family. The problem … Continued
Pope Francis has named Fr In-gun Joseph Kang SJ one of the consultors of the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue. The Holy Father made the appointment on 22 October. Fr Kang is a Korean missionary in Cambodia since 1997. He … Continued
As of 27 September, Covid-19 has infected more than 30 million people worldwide and killed more than one million of them. It has caused the poor to become poorer and the vulnerable to become more vulnerable. Sadly, social distancing is … Continued
Filipino Jesuit Fr Gabriel Lamug-Nañawa SJ assumed his role as JCAP Coordinator for Reconciliation with Creation on 1 July. Fr Gabby as he is fondly called has been a missionary in Cambodia for 15 years. He is currently with the … Continued
Across the globe, the coronavirus pandemic is threatening to undo many years of progress made on poverty, education, healthcare, and even plastic pollution. Covid-19 has not only killed people, it has increased joblessness, hunger, and dropout risk for vulnerable learners. … Continued
The conversation on safeguarding has been ongoing within the Society of Jesus for some years. Mapping and assessment were necessary to better understand safety in ministry, to promote a culture of safeguarding and prevention, and to develop guidelines and protocols … Continued
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? How do we react as Jesuits to the global challenge of creating a safer environment … Continued