Jesuit Novices Pronounce First Vows
Twenty-four Jesuit novices in the United States, Canada and Haiti pronounced first vows of poverty, chastity and obedience in August 2023.
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Jesuits West Novice Pronounces First Vows
Pierre Vu Thompson, SJ, pronounced first vows of poverty, chastity and obedience in the Society of Jesus on August 12, 2023, at Sacred Heart Chapel at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles.
“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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iPad Evangelism: Father Jonathan Harmon, SJ, Connects with Others Using Digital Art
By Therese Fink Meyerhoff Father Jonathan Harmon, SJ, is choosing the path less traveled. On track to complete a Master of Fine Arts at the New York Academy of Art in May, he hopes to use his considerable talents as a working artist. This ministry is certainly atypical in the recent Jesuit world, most frequently …
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Putting a Face to the Law
Fr. Bryan Pham, SJ, discusses his journey as a Jesuit, his career in law, and his work at the General Public Practice & Indian Law Clinic.
Two New Priests: The Province’s Commitment to the Church in Belize
By Therese Fink Meyerhoff Last summer, the Jesuits USA Central and Southern Province joyfully celebrated the priestly ordinations of four men. A little over a month later, two of those men arrived in the Central American country of Belize for their yearlong pastoral ministry assignment. Young priests are in high demand, so assigning two to …
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Being There for Others: Deacon Aric Serrano, SJ, and His Ministry of Presence
By Ignatius Plato There are times when God calls us to offer the simple gift of our presence, to be there for people as they deal with hardship. Deacon Aric Serrano, SJ, has felt this call to be present for others throughout his Jesuit formation, and continues to live that call as he prepares for …
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Father Michael Wegenka, SJ, Continues a Legacy of Discernment and Surprises
By Ignatius Plato Father Michael Wegenka, SJ, understands firsthand the importance of a spiritual companion. He received the guidance and support he needed while discerning his own vocation to religious life; now he wants to provide the same kind of support for men considering life in the Society of Jesus. He began his new ministry …
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To Live in the House of the Lord: Fr. Joe Tetlow, SJ, Reflects on his Vocation after 75 Years
By Fr. Joseph Tetlow, SJ In my 92nd year, vocation looks different. I think now not “I,” but “we.” That’s not the “royal we” used by kings and popes. What I mean is that the vocation I’ve lived was never merely “mine” but always “ours.” It is a sign that Christ’s prayer – that they …
Marita Bösch Figueroa Serves as Jesus Served
By Therese Fink Meyerhoff Marita Bösch Figueroa has few possessions to call her own, but she gave me a gift on our very first meeting. The cuia is a common and multi-functional piece in the Brazilian villages where Marita lives, but she uses it to share a lesson on relationships, community building and humanity’s place …