Loyola University New Orleans Celebrates Inauguration of President Xavier Cole
Loyola University New Orleans is celebrating the inauguration of Xavier A. Cole, Ed.D., as its 18th president.
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Del Camino Jesuit Border Ministries Launches in Brownsville, Texas
Oct. 17, 2023 – In July 2021, the Jesuits USA Central and Southern Province missioned a small team of Jesuits to serve in the Diocese of Brownsville, Texas, on the U.S.-Mexico border. They met with Bishop Daniel Flores who articulated their mission to “read the reality and respond to it.” Since then, they have strived …
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Seven Men Enter the Novitiate
Sept. 8, 2023 – The Jesuits of the USA Central and Southern Province on Aug. 19, 2023, welcomed seven men to the Novitiate of St. Stanislaus Kostka, temporarily located in Culver City, California. Over the next two years, they will learn about the Society of Jesus and deepen their relationship with Jesus. A mix of …
Seven Jesuits of This Province Pronounce Perpetual Vows
August 10, 2023 – On Saturday, August 12, 2023, seven Jesuits of the USA Central and Southern Province – Matthew Brazzolotto, Joe Laughlin, José López, Carlos Martínez-Vela, Scott McKillip, Chris Ross and Paolo Taffaro – will pronounce perpetual vows of poverty, chastity and obedience at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Grand Coteau, Louisiana. The …
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Giving Thanks for Friends: Province Receives Largest Gift in Its History
July 28, 2023 – The Jesuits USA Central and Southern Province has received a $1.5 million gift commitment from Raymond Hyer and Hector and Claire Vila, all of Tampa, Florida. The donation is the largest non-bequest gift in the history of the province. Mr. Hyer and the Vilas have designated these funds for Jesuit formation, …
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St. Matthew the Apostle Parish to Celebrate Final Mass after 130 Years of Service
July 26, 2023 – On July 30, 2023, St. Matthew the Apostle Parish in St. Louis will hold its final Mass under the St. Matthew’s name. The parish will also no longer be connected with the Jesuits. These changes come as part of the Archdiocese of St. Louis’ “All Things New” initiative, an effort by …
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Four New Shepherds for the Church
New Orleans – Sometimes we hear by turning a listening ear, but some people speak directly to our hearts. According to the Most Reverend Gregory M. Aymond, Archbishop of New Orleans, God spoke directly to the hearts of Jesuits José R. Dueño Gorbea, William A. McCormick, W. Tucker Redding and Aric M. Serrano. They heard …
Province Attains Reaccreditation
The Jesuits USA Central and Southern Province has successfully completed the Praesidium Reaccreditation Process as of April 12, 2023. The province has been accredited by Praesidium, Inc. since its founding in 2014, when it was created by the joining of two accredited Jesuit provinces. It undergoes reaccreditation every five years. Praesidium is an external, objective …
Four Jesuits of the Province Will be Ordained Priests
New Orleans – Four Jesuits of the USA Central and Southern (UCS) Province will be ordained to the priesthood at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in New Orleans. The Most Reverend Gregory M. Aymond, Archbishop of New Orleans, will preside at the sacred liturgy of ordination at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church. …
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Jesuit High School of Tampa Unveils Commissioned Artwork
Spanish artist Raul Berzosa unveiled a stunning triptych on April 23, 2023, at Jesuit High School of Tampa’s (Jesuit Tampa) annual Celebration of the Arts event. The triptych, comprised of historic figures and great artists connected to the Society of Jesus throughout history, was a commission from Jesuit Tampa for the school’s Antinori Center for …
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