On 24 January, Jesuit Mission Australia welcomed Jesuit Father General Arturo Sosa, his companions from Rome, and the Major Superiors from the Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific to share an intimate evening of gratitude and friendship with some of Jesuit … Continued
This year signifies a remarkable milestone in Saeng Tham’s history as it celebrates its 50th anniversary. Since its inception, Saeng Tham has remained dedicated to fostering the growth of the church in Thai society, playing a vital role in the … Continued
Xavier Carlile (pictured left), along with 11 other volunteers, took the incredible opportunity offered by the Cardoner Network to be part of the Cardoner Volunteer Corps (CVC), volunteering in Northern Thailand this year. The Cardoner Network, based in Australia, offers … Continued
Immersing in nature allows us to discover and learn many new things. This Season of Creation, Emmaus Farm, a Jesuit ecological centre situated in Chiang Mai, hosted around 20 students from the Catholic Student Network in the North of Thailand … Continued
Service Learning Program (SLP) is one of several programmes under the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities in Asia Pacific. It is attended by students of Jesuit universities around our Jesuit conference. This year, SLP was hosted by Xavier Learning … Continued
My Magis 2023 experience provided me with profound insights into myself. It opened many doors to unique opportunities, filling my heart with joy and gratitude from day one until this moment as I write this reflection in my room at … Continued
For many students in northern Thailand, particularly in areas close to the Myanmar border, such as Chiang Mai, Tak, Mae Hong Song, and Chiang Rai, going to school during the rainy season is a challenge. The roads become muddy, and … Continued
The 12th Service Learning Program, organised by the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities in Asia Pacific (AJCU-AP), is underway in Chiang Rai, Thailand, hosted by Xavier Learning Community. Running from 7 to 26 August, the 18-day programme is centred … Continued
The Jesuits in Thailand have come up with a novel form of retreat that combines three different activities or sources of inspiration: (1) Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, (2) Buddhist meditation, and (3) motorbike backpacking. Called, Retreat on the Way, this unique … Continued
The long-awaited MAGIS 2023 officially opened on 22 July with an enthusiastic welcome for the nearly 2,000 young pilgrims from more than 80 countries, including 225 pilgrims from Asia Pacific. During the welcome ceremony held at the Colégio de São … Continued