The studies that members of the Society of Jesus engage in have an apostolic purpose: They aim to prepare these men to better serve the mission that God entrusts to the Society and to each Jesuit. This September, the Jesuits of Canada are offering a brand-new program in Quebec City for young Jesuits doing their …
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The Society of Jesus celebrates the Ignatian Year in 2021–2022, 500 years after the cannonball injury that precipitated the conversion of Saint Ignatius. Half a millennium after this event, Jesuits can be found in all parts of the globe. Meanwhile, the world has changed. The Catholic world has changed as well, marked in recent history …
Religion and Spirituality in Canada: Powerful Themes for Most Canadians Read More »
In Lumen Gentium, a document of the Second Vatican Council, we read, among other things, that the Holy Spirit “not only sanctifies and leads the people of God and enriches it with virtues, but, ‘allotting his gifts to everyone according as He wills’ (1 Cor 12:11), He distributes special graces among the faithful of every …
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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 …
Last year, Father General Arturo Sosa announced the Ignatian Year, which will begin on May 20, 2021, the anniversary of St. Ignatius of Loyola’s injury in Pamplona, the event that led to his conversion. This year is a call to allow the Lord to bring about our own conversion, inspired by Ignatius’ personal experience. Guided …
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Jesuit Father Peter Monty has one of the most fulfilling ministries in the Catholic Church – Ministry to the Deaf. “I was attracted to the Ministry to the Deaf not because of my dexterity in sign language, but rather, I felt their openness and hunger for communication and knowledge,” says Monty. His interest in this …
“Rooted in Ignatian spirituality, I continue in my commitment alongside the thousands of women who work in Jesuit institutions, knowing that the presence of women is essential and that together we can realize the vision of a world where the dignity of each person is respected—if only we dare to be bold.” This quote from …
Towards Greater Recognition of Women in the Church and in the Society of Jesus Read More »
Jesuits are known for their distinctive spirituality. St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Jesuits, developed a way of praying that helps people “find God in all things.” Ignatian spirituality is grounded in the conviction that God is active in our world. Pierre Teilhard de Chardin SJ wrote: God is not remote from us. He …
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When meeting husband and wife Bruno Arnold and Eleanor Fulcher, one might think they are another handsome and successful Toronto power couple; while the terms faithful and active Catholic parishioners might not come to mind. But this is in fact an integral part of this generous and humble couple’s life. Since coming to Our Lady …
The annual weekend retreat for discerners at the site where saints and martyrs walked.