Ken Duggan has always been inspired by the Gospel of Matthew verse: “But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” A man of modest means and a big heart, the long-time supporter of the Jesuits doesn’t like to brag about the support he …
By Jerry Duggan When they enter the novitiate, many Jesuits have ideas about what active ministry they feel best suited for. For some, the pull toward a particular ministry is a matter of the heart. Others already have academic degrees in a particular field, so it seems logical to apply their experience in the context of their Jesuit vocation. Father Ian Gibbons, …
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By Therese Fink Meyerhoff Before the pandemic, Ella Chevis had a date once a month with a Jesuit. There was no scandal; it’s just the way Ms. Chevis approaches her ministry as director of nursing for the St. Alphonsus Rodriguez Pavilion in Grand Coteau, La. The Jesuit in question loves to go out to restaurants, so Ms. Chevis took him out to dinner every month. Because that’s what one does for family. “The atmosphere here (at the Pavilion) is so beautiful. …
By Jerry Duggan Growing up, Brent Gordon was fascinated by religion – in a purely academic sense. Only after he did some soul searching did he realize his own beliefs and feel the call to a religious vocation. Several twists and turns later, he finds himself several years into the formation process as a Jesuit brother. Brother Gordon was raised in a family that was half Southern …
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Many people can attest that Ignatian retreats with the Jesuits can be life–altering. Steve Barbas is certainly one of those people. It was during a retreat at Grand Coteau while in law school that he came to the decision to ask the love of his life to marry him. Thankfully, Schezy Luque said yes, and together they have been blessed to be …
By Jerry Duggan Thirty-three years after she arrived at Jesuit High School, Kathy Juhas still wakes up every morning excited for the day to come. Some might feel burnt out after spending more than three decades at the same workplace, but Juhas does not – because she is doing what she feels is God’s will – and that, …
By Jerry Duggan Bill McCormick, SJ, considered a religious vocation from a young age. An accomplished student, he found himself always thirsty for knowledge. Eventually, he discovered that a Jesuit vocation would allow for the two to coexist, and even complement each other. Growing up in predominantly Hispanic, predominantly Catholic south Texas, McCormick has a bone-deep understanding of the universality of the Church. “I was able …
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Influence, Inspire, Ignite. These words, found on banners which line the beautiful Avenue of the Oaks on the campus of Spring Hill College, succinctly describe the effect the Jesuits have had on the lives of Edward (‘Skeeter’) and Stephanie Morris of Mobile, Ala., benefactors of the province since 1986. Mrs. Morris’ journey with the Jesuits began in her childhood with her …
By Kate McCarthy If you’re looking for Leo Mitchell at 7:15 on a weekday morning, you can find him in the same place he’s been at that hour for the last six decades or so: his office at Sterling Lacquer Manufacturing Company, where he serves as President and CEO. Arrive before then, though, and he’ll still be at 6:30 a.m. Mass …
Repaying His Debt of Gratitude to the Jesuits with Friendship and Financial Support When Victor Muse’s family was in need, the Jesuits stepped in to help. Until his death in May of 2023, Mr. Muse spent much of his retired days returning the favor, donating his time and treasure to the formation fund and several apostolates of the Jesuits …