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The Ignatian Way with Father Lissaint Antoine: Embracing God in Ourselves and Others

In a world where digital connections abound and it seems easy to be hyper-connected, yet where genuine understanding often eludes us, Father Lissaint Antoine, SJ, provincial secretary, reflects on the wisdom of Ignatian spirituality. In his experience, Ignatian spirituality enables us to enter into relationship with others, always ready to listen to them and walk …

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“I Love God and God Loves Me; Come Join the Party”: Jesuit Novices Pronounce First Vows

By José Sánchez On August 12th at St. Kevin Church in Montreal, Justin Sauro, SJ, and Nader Nasralla, SJ, pronounced their First Vows, marking a significant step in their journey with the Society of Jesus. Fr. Erik Oland, the Provincial of the Jesuits of Canada, delivered a homily that underscored the importance of experiencing God’s …

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Guided by the Heart of Jesus: Fr. Erik Sorensen, SJ, Ordained in Montreal’s Sailors’ Church

On Friday, August 4, the Jesuit Province of Canada celebrated the priestly ordination of Fr. Erik Sorensen, SJ.

Embodying the Jesuit Identity Today: Insights from a Formation Community

In an insightful conversation, theology student Erik Sorensen, SJ, shares his experiences at Regis College and the Regis Jesuit Community in Toronto, Ontario, and how they live out the Universal Apostolic Preferences. He provides a unique lens on the practical application of Pilgrims Together – With Jesus in Mission, the apostolic planning document of the …

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A Jesuit’s journey from parenthood to priesthood

By Becky Sindelar Fr. Henk Van Meijel, SJ, has a unique vocation story: He’s a father who raised his three children before he became a Jesuit “Father” later in life. In this interview, he shares his unique journey to the Jesuit priesthood and the powerful conversions he’s witnessed through Ignatian spiritual accompaniment. Fr. Henk highlights …

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Called to Serve: Jesuits Celebrate Ordination of Two New Deacons in Toronto

By Adam Lalonde, SJ May 15, 2023 – The Jesuit community of Regis College had the joy this Saturday of celebrating the ordination of two new deacons for the Society of Jesus: Matthew Hendzel, SJ and Raymond Parcon, SJ. Matthew is from Winnipeg and was ordained for the Province of Canada & Haiti, while Raymond, …

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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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Eat, Pray, Love? The Power of Community in Discerning One’s Vocation

By Aric Serrano, SJ In order to experience meaningful spiritual growth, people of faith need a spiritual support system. While I hope that, as a Jesuit, I have supported many on their faith journeys, I, too, owe a debt of gratitude to many who helped me along my way. My aunt, Sr. Teresa, played a …

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Ignatian formation beyond the classroom: The journey of Sonal Castelino, XMCJ, and Dan Leckman, SJ 

By Colleen Hogan Many congregations are oriented by Ignatian spirituality, and Ignatian formation typically involves significant classroom time. Dan Leckman, a Jesuit brother, and Sonal Castelino, a Xaviere Missionaries of Christ Jesus sister, can attest to that. But reflective of Ignatius of Loyola’s conviction that God can be found in all things, Ignatian formation also …

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A Bible and the scent of jasmine: Tools for discernment

By Rachel Moccia Abin Mathew, SJ, discerned his vocation with the guidance of his family and the Virgin Mary. Now, he’s in his first year of philosophy studies at Fordham University in the Bronx, New York, and serving at an after-school program for children in the Bronx. His is a journey marked by deep faith, …

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Jesuit life

The Ignatian Way with Father Lissaint Antoine: Embracing God in Ourselves and Others

“I Love God and God Loves Me; Come Join the Party”: Jesuit Novices Pronounce First Vows

Guided by the Heart of Jesus: Fr. Erik Sorensen, SJ, Ordained in Montreal’s Sailors’ Church

Embodying the Jesuit Identity Today: Insights from a Formation Community

A Jesuit’s journey from parenthood to priesthood

Called to Serve: Jesuits Celebrate Ordination of Two New Deacons in Toronto

From “no” to “yes”: The story of Raj Vijayakumar

Eat, Pray, Love? The Power of Community in Discerning One’s Vocation

Ignatian formation beyond the classroom: The journey of Sonal Castelino, XMCJ, and Dan Leckman, SJ

A Bible and the scent of jasmine: Tools for discernment

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