We cannot remain silent!
The Jesuits voice their deep concern over the ongoing Gaza conflict, calling for peace, an immediate ceasefire, and negotiations towards justice in the Middle East.
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Pilgrimage of Partnership: The Jesuits of Canada’s Journey with Indigenous Communities
Explore the Jesuits of Canada’s journey of deepening relationships with Indigenous communities. Discover insights from Peter Bisson, SJ, on embracing humility, mutual listening, and spiritual self-determination.
A Long and Rich History of Faith – St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish
The story of the founding of St. Ignatius Parish in Winnipeg, MB is one of great sacrifice and determination, which speaks to the faith and resolve of a Catholic community of worship still very active and vibrant more than 100 years on. The parish’s humble beginnings go back to February 16, 1908, when Mass was …
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Jesuits and LGBTQ+ Catholics: Bringing the colors of marginalized people to the Church
By José Sanchez and Fannie Dionne Beneath the soaring dome of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Toronto, a group has been quietly pioneering a path of compassion and understanding for over a decade. Drawing inspiration from the time-tested teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola, their mission incorporates many of the values of Ignatian accompaniment. …
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“We have a voice” : Repairing the relationships with Indigenous peoples
By MegAnne Liebsch Growing up on Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Rosella Kinoshameg didn’t understand the Catholic Masses she attended each Sunday. This was pre-Vatican II, and the priest still faced away from the congregation, reciting the Mass in Latin. All readings and hymns were transcribed in English, not her native Ojibwe. Except for a few Ojibwe …
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From “no” to “yes”: The story of Raj Vijayakumar
By Rachel Moccia A symphony of voices and footsteps echoed in the hallowed halls of the Martyrs’ Shrine, as over 12,000 souls with diverse beliefs journeyed together in pilgrimage. Among them, a young Tamil Canadian, Raj Vijayakumar, would find himself ensnared in a divine dance of accompaniment that would ultimately lead him to the Jesuits. …
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Synodality in action with LGBTQ+ people at the Ignatian Spirituality Centre of Montreal
Earlier this year, during the first stage of the synod focused on local churches, the ISCM welcomed a group to have a spiritual conversation with LGBTQ+ people.
Why and How to Pray – with James Martin, SJ
Join us for a webinar with best-selling author James Martin, SJ, who will discuss his new book, Learning to Pray: A Guide for Everyone.
On Reconciliation Between the Jesuits of Canada and Indigenous Peoples – Frequently Asked Questions
1) How many residential schools were under the jurisdiction of the Jesuits? The Jesuits operated a school in Spanish, Ontario, whose identity and mission evolved over the years. We operated one school in Spanish, Ontario, whose identity and mission evolved over the years. The school and its evolution have been documented in Basil Johnston’s book …
An Invitation to Enter the Ignatian Year
The Ignatian Year 2021–2022 begins on May 20, just a few days from now, 500 years after Saint Ignatius of Loyola was wounded by a cannonball, the event that would lead to his conversion. This is a unique opportunity that should not be missed, insists Father General Arturo Sosa. The theme of conversion is central …