Society of Jesus Celebrates the Feast of St. Aloysius Gonzaga, SJ
Today is the feast day of St. Aloysius Gonzaga, an Italian Jesuit known for his courage in serving the sick and his dedication to the education of young students.
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Celebrating Cannonball Day
May 20, 2022 – For Jesuits, May 20 is not just another date on the calendar, but rather a pivotal moment in our founder’s history: It marks the anniversary of the spiritual conversion of St. Ignatius. St. Ignatius was struck by a cannonball 501 years ago today during the Battle of Pamplona, leaving him with …
How Saint Peter’s University Serves First-Generation College Students Like Me
When I enrolled at Saint Peter’s, the college had a motto: “Education, one student at a time.” The faculty and staff truly lived up to this vision.
Get to Know the Nine Jesuit Basketball Teams Headed to March Madness
Nine Jesuit university basketball teams have packed their dancing shoes for March Madness! Here’s a rundown of the teams.
A Prayer for Peace
How do we pray for peace from half a world away? How can words salve and soothe real wounds, assuage real fears, wipe tears from real eyes?
The Beatification of Fr. Rutilio Grande, SJ, a Prophet Like John the Baptist
Fr. Rutilio Grande, SJ, like John the Baptist, placed himself on the margins and called people to conversion.
Read Fr. Kevin O’Brien, SJ’s Homily from the Inaugural Mass
This morning, Fr. Kevin O’Brien, SJ, president of Santa Clara University, celebrated a Roman Catholic Mass for President-elect Joe Biden, Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, their extended families, and Congressional leadership before Biden’s inauguration as the 46th President of the United States.
Fr. Brian G. Paulson, SJ, Named Next President of the Jesuit Conference
Fr. Brian G. Paulson, SJ, has been appointed by Fr. Arturo Sosa, SJ, Superior General of the Society of Jesus, as the next president of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States.
Finding God on Zoom: Ignatian Spirituality Goes Online
By Henry Frank In early March, Jesuit ministry changed nearly overnight. Emails poured in, summarized in the word “canceled.” Masses were canceled. Retreats were canceled. Even Holy Week, for a moment, seemed like it might effectively be called off. But with remarkable speed toward the end of the Lenten season—no doubt attributable to the adaptability …
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Celebrating the Life of Fr. Adolfo Nicolás, SJ, 30th Superior General of the Society of Jesus
May 20, 2020 — Fr. Adolfo Nicolás, SJ, 30th Superior General of the Society of Jesus, died May 20, 2020, in Tokyo, Japan.