Daniel J. Finucane, SJ, to be Ordained a Priest
Daniel J. Finucane, SJ, will be ordained a priest on June 13, 2026, in St. Louis.
Law Professor Fr. Afonso Seixas-Nunes, SJ, Contemplates AI, War and Human Dignity
Father Afonso Seixas-Nunes, SJ, a professor at Saint Louis University School of Law, studies the legal and ethical considerations that come with the use of AI, specifically in the use of autonomous weapon systems (AWS).
Called to Justice: The Work of the Jesuit Social Research Institute
Beau Guedry, SJ, is a Jesuit regent assigned to the Jesuit Social Research Institute at Loyola University New Orleans, where he is involved with JSRI’s programs for immigrants and the incarcerated.
Father John J. Mueller, SJ, Taught Theology to Thousands
Father John J. “JJ” Mueller, SJ, died March 6, 2026, in Florissant, Missouri. He was a lifelong educator, with more than 27 years at Saint Louis University. He was 81 years old, a Jesuit for 62 years and a priest for 50 years.
Father Andrew Kirschman, SJ, Named Next Provincial
Father Kirschman was appointed by Fr. Arturo Sosa, SJ, the Superior General of the worldwide Society of Jesus, on February 18, 2026.
Remembering Fr. Leo Brown, SJ, Labor-Negotiation Facilitator
Fr. Leo C. Brown, SJ, Is remembered as a peacemaker, as his mediation skills helped him resolve more than 4,000 labor disputes in his life.
Remembering Longtime Rockhurst University Professor Louis J. Oldani, SJ
Father Louis J. Oldani, SJ, died Nov. 19, 2025, in Florissant, Missouri. A Rockhurst University professor for 45 years, he was 92 years old, a Jesuit for 74 years and a priest for 61 years.
Remembering Fr. John M. Hunthausen, SJ, Educator, Treasurer, Priest
Father John M. “Jack” Hunthausen, SJ, died Oct. 12, 2025, in Florissant, Missouri. A quintessential Jesuit, who put both his practical skills and spiritual wisdom at the service of the Church, he was 88 years old, a Jesuit for 66 years and a priest for 55 years.
Fr. John B. Warner, Founder of Teatro La Fragua, Dies in St. Louis
Father John B. “Jack” Warner, SJ, died Oct. 4, 2025, in Florissant, Missouri. He was 80 years old, a Jesuit for 63 years and a priest for 51 years.
Five Jesuit Novices of this Province Pronounce Perpetual Vows
Five Jesuit novices will pronounce perpetual vows of poverty, chastity and obedience at the University Chapel at Regis University in Denver on Aug. 9, 2025, the culmination of two years of prayer, study and ministerial experience.
Drew Kirschman, SJ
Novice Director Fr. Drew Kirschman, SJ, accompanies Jesuit novices to a hope-filled future as he guides them to test a Jesuit vocation.
Remembering our Brother Fr. James H. Baker, SJ
St. Louis – Father James H. Baker, SJ, died June 25, 2025, in Florissant, Missouri. A longtime educator and pastoral minister, he was 87 years old, a Jesuit for 68 years and a priest for 56 years. Remembered by his Jesuit brothers for his gentle and compassionate ministry, his life will be celebrated during a […]
