Jesuit Family Responds to Crisis in Myanmar
American Jesuits International (AJI) has launched an emergency campaign in response to the plight of the people in Myanmar. Typhoon Yagi has brought widespread destruction to Southeast Asia, leaving hundreds dead and displacing thousands. American Jesuits International is responding through an emergency fundraising campaign to assist our partners and the Jesuits in Myanmar who are offering critical relief […]
Eight Men Enter the Novitiate
Sept. 2, 2024 – On August 17, 2024, eight men entered the Society of Jesus at the newly opened Novitiate of St. Stanislaus Kostka in Denver. Over the next two years, they will learn about the Society of Jesus and deepen their relationship with Jesus. A mix of prayer, apostolic service, community life and studies […]
Central American Jesuits Mark First Anniversary of Nicaraguan Government Confiscating University
By MegAnne Liebsch August 15, 2024—One year ago, the Nicaraguan government confiscated the Jesuits’ University of Central America (UCA) in Managua. The Central American Province of the Society of Jesus released a statement today marking the anniversary of this event and calling for justice. Click here to read the bilingual press release. MegAnne Liebsch […]
Grand Coteau Retreats: New Name, Bigger Home for an Ongoing Mission
Aug. 15, 2024 – The Jesuit retreat and spirituality centers in Grand Coteau, Louisiana, have come together to create a new, high-capacity retreat facility named Grand Coteau Retreats: A Jesuit Mission Since 1837. The new retreat center will make use of the buildings housing both Our Lady of the Oaks Retreat House and St. Charles […]
Responding to the Call to Holiness: Two New Priests
They belonged to you, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. June 8, 2024 –Two Jesuits of the USA Central and Southern Province – Daniel J. Everson, SJ, and J. Michael Mohr, SJ – were ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in St. Louis. The Most Reverend […]
Meet our Two Ordinands
May 21, 2023 – Two members of the Jesuits USA Central and Southern (UCS) Province will be ordained priests on Saturday, June 8, 2024. You can watch live at 10:00 a.m. CDT at bit.ly/ordinations2024. A worship aid is available here. Daniel J. Everson, SJ, and J. Michael Mohr, SJ, entered the Society of Jesus in […]
We cannot remain silent!
The Jesuits voice their deep concern over the ongoing Gaza conflict, calling for peace, an immediate ceasefire, and negotiations towards justice in the Middle East.
De Smet Jesuit to Expand Ministry to Include Grades 6, 7 and 8 in August 2025
February 6, 2024 – De Smet Jesuit High School in St. Louis County, Missouri, has received approval from the Archdiocese of St. Louis to launch in August 2025 an academic program serving boys in grades 6, 7 and 8. This announcement follows many months of research as part of a contracted comprehensive feasibility study, inclusive […]
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 […]
Seven Men Enter the Novitiate
Updated Dec. 21, 2023 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 […]
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 […]
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, […]