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Proposed legislation could lead to the criminalisation of rough sleeping

Jesuits join campaign against draconian changes to Vagrancy Act

April 13, 2024

Proposed legislation could lead to the criminalisation of rough sleeping

In the latest issue of our online spirituality journal we pay tribute to Fr Philip Endean SJ.

The latest issue of 'The Way' is out!

April 4, 2024

In the latest issue of our online spirituality journal we pay tribute to Fr Philip Endean SJ.

The Jesuit Young Adult Ministries choir delivered a 90 minute service of music and reflection.

Seven Last Words: A remarkable beacon of light in the drama of Jesus’ Passion

April 3, 2024

The Jesuit Young Adult Ministries choir delivered a 90 minute service of music and reflection.

We, Jesuits, reiterate our commitment not to remain silent.

A statement on the situation in Gaza

April 2, 2024

We, Jesuits, reiterate our commitment not to remain silent.

The Speaker of the House of Lords gave a personal talk at the London Jesuit Centre.

'Be humble': Lord Speaker reflects on long career at Jesuit Missions' event

March 26, 2024

The Speaker of the House of Lords gave a personal talk at the London Jesuit Centre.

Amidst conflict, the example of the Holy Family continues to inspire.

Jesuits & Friends - Spring 2024

March 19, 2024

Amidst conflict, the example of the Holy Family continues to inspire.

In 2023, we completed a carbon audit covering all our assets.

Addressing our Lifestyles for a Sustainable World

March 18, 2024

In 2023, we completed a carbon audit covering all our assets.

Without secure immigration status, the refugees who are being supported face destitution.

Jesuit Refugee Service will participate in the London Legal Walk

March 13, 2024

Without secure immigration status, the refugees who are being supported face destitution.

This year St Beuno's Outreach offer reflections for each day of Holy Week based on the senses.

Using our senses to be with Jesus this Holy Week

March 7, 2024

This year St Beuno's Outreach offer reflections for each day of Holy Week based on the senses.

The World Day of Prayer is developed by women of a different country each year.

World Day of Prayer

March 1, 2024

The World Day of Prayer is developed by women of a different country each year.

Pray As You Go is looking to hire an Audio Producer and Senior Full Stack Developer.

Want to work for Pray As You Go?

February 26, 2024

Pray As You Go is looking to hire an Audio Producer and Senior Full Stack Developer.

This is an opportunity to see relics, rare books (old and new), and historical documents!

Jesuit library and archives will be open to the public for a day in March

February 21, 2024

This is an opportunity to see relics, rare books (old and new), and historical documents!

“Syria has been forgotten. It is like Gaza without the headlines” - Fr Tony O’Riordan SJ

Jesuit priest working in earthquake-ravaged Syria appeals for support

February 19, 2024

“Syria has been forgotten. It is like Gaza without the headlines” - Fr Tony O’Riordan SJ

Bishop Paul McAleenan paid Jesuit Refugee Service UK a visit and met with refugee friends

Bishop backs Jesuit Refugee Service UK's Lent Appeal for refugees facing destitution

February 15, 2024

Bishop Paul McAleenan paid Jesuit Refugee Service UK a visit and met with refugee friends

The campaign will focus on the various overseas projects Jesuit Missions supports

Jesuit Missions launches 2024 Lent Campaign: ‘Mission to Hope’

February 14, 2024

The campaign will focus on the various overseas projects Jesuit Missions supports

We are recruiting for a Head of Media and Communications

Tell our story

February 9, 2024

We are recruiting for a Head of Media and Communications

We are excited to be supporting this new project which will help those most in need

Jesuit Refugee Service UK welcomes first residents to new refugee house

February 6, 2024

We are excited to be supporting this new project which will help those most in need

In this interview with the BBC, Fr Tony O'Riordan speaks from Aleppo

Jesuit priest working in Syria shares news of ongoing earthquake impact

February 6, 2024

In this interview with the BBC, Fr Tony O'Riordan speaks from Aleppo

More Professor CSP Hunter scholarships are available!

First two 2024 Library scholarships awarded

January 30, 2024

More Professor CSP Hunter scholarships are available!

A statement from the Jesuit Refugee Service

Rwanda Bill: Second reading in the Lords today

January 29, 2024

A statement from the Jesuit Refugee Service

The film follows a day in the life of a Jesuit priest working with the poor in Newcastle

A reflection on 'The Servant', a film by Jesuits in Britain

January 15, 2024

The film follows a day in the life of a Jesuit priest working with the poor in Newcastle

The world premiere in Milan of this new production echoes the concerns of Pope Francis and Jesuits

New music-theatre project touches on Jesuit environmental themes

January 12, 2024

The world premiere in Milan of this new production echoes the concerns of Pope Francis and Jesuits

The Way is the Journal of Spirituality published by the Jesuits in Britain

'The Politics of Discernment' - read the latest issue of The Way

January 3, 2024

The Way is the Journal of Spirituality published by the Jesuits in Britain

In this blog, Ian Peres Da Costa gives his take on the Young Adult Ministries choir

The Young Adults Christmas Choir sing their hearts out at Farm Street Church!

December 22, 2023

In this blog, Ian Peres Da Costa gives his take on the Young Adult Ministries choir

Our film - 'The Servant' - has been entered and we would appreciate your support.

We have entered the Smiley Charity Film Awards

December 22, 2023

Our film - 'The Servant' - has been entered and we would appreciate your support.

He has also blessed Ooberfuse's new track which raises awareness of the plight of London's homeless

Pope Francis blesses homeless services project at Jesuit church in central London

December 21, 2023

He has also blessed Ooberfuse's new track which raises awareness of the plight of London's homeless

“Disappointment is an understatement as countries weave loopholes in the text"

Jesuit Missions response to COP28 outcome

December 15, 2023

“Disappointment is an understatement as countries weave loopholes in the text"

An icon of St Claude La Colombière SJ was installed and blessed at Farm Street Church

The blessing of a Jesuit icon

December 15, 2023

An icon of St Claude La Colombière SJ was installed and blessed at Farm Street Church

The Mexican president claimed the centre was being influenced by actors from opposition parties.

Jesuits defend human rights centre after astonishing attack by Mexican President

December 15, 2023

The Mexican president claimed the centre was being influenced by actors from opposition parties.

In this obituary, two Jesuits reflect on the career and contribution of Alan McKell

Rest in Peace Alan McKell

December 14, 2023

In this obituary, two Jesuits reflect on the career and contribution of Alan McKell

The government must immediately stop placing people on the Bibby Stockholm

JRS UK calls for Bibby Stockholm to be closed following reported suicide

December 12, 2023

The government must immediately stop placing people on the Bibby Stockholm

With rising prices, refugee friends often struggle to afford food. Please support them this Xmas

Jesuit Refugee Service UK launches Advent Appeal 2023

December 1, 2023

With rising prices, refugee friends often struggle to afford food. Please support them this Xmas

Thanks to Professor CSP Hunter renewing his support, the scholarships will continue!

New Heythrop Library scholarships from 1st December 2023

November 24, 2023

Thanks to Professor CSP Hunter renewing his support, the scholarships will continue!

Lots to read in this edition of J&F, including words from our new provincial, Peter Gallagher SJ

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2023

November 22, 2023

Lots to read in this edition of J&F, including words from our new provincial, Peter Gallagher SJ

"Renewing our desire to be in the presence of the Lord, to listen to him and to adore him"

A Symphony of Prayer

November 20, 2023

"Renewing our desire to be in the presence of the Lord, to listen to him and to adore him"

"Forcibly removing people to Rwanda would achieve nothing except to violate their basic rights"

Supreme Court Rules Rwanda Plan Unlawful - response from Jesuit Refugee Service UK

November 15, 2023

"Forcibly removing people to Rwanda would achieve nothing except to violate their basic rights"

This Thursday marks the 34th anniversary of the martyrdom in San Salvador of six Jesuits

A Dramatic Film of Martyrdom in El Salvador

November 15, 2023

This Thursday marks the 34th anniversary of the martyrdom in San Salvador of six Jesuits

Can you help promote the integral ecology work of the Jesuits in Britain and their partners?

New job opportunity - Integral Ecology & Responsible Investments Officer

November 10, 2023

Can you help promote the integral ecology work of the Jesuits in Britain and their partners?

A portrait of Fr John Sullivan SJ was blessed in an ecumenical ceremony at Farm Street Church

John Sullivan SJ returns to Farm Street Church

November 8, 2023

A portrait of Fr John Sullivan SJ was blessed in an ecumenical ceremony at Farm Street Church

Passionate about Jesuit spirituality and want to work in a world-renowned spirituality centre?

St Beuno's is looking for a Fundraising & Marketing Officer

November 7, 2023

Passionate about Jesuit spirituality and want to work in a world-renowned spirituality centre?

Jesuit Missions launches its latest campaign today calling for climate justice at COP28

Jesuit Missions launches COP28 campaign

November 1, 2023

Jesuit Missions launches its latest campaign today calling for climate justice at COP28

This telephone helpline aimed at those interested in connecting with the Church has a new website

Catholic listeners launch next phase with new website

October 24, 2023

This telephone helpline aimed at those interested in connecting with the Church has a new website

With the conflict in the Middle East raging, the Pope has called for a day of fasting and prayer

A call to prayer for Israel and Palestine

October 23, 2023

With the conflict in the Middle East raging, the Pope has called for a day of fasting and prayer

Read the Times obituary of this motorbike-riding Jesuit priest who ran refugee camps

Rest in Peace Fr Michael Campbell-Johnston SJ

October 18, 2023

Read the Times obituary of this motorbike-riding Jesuit priest who ran refugee camps

Could you lead the fundraising strategy for this international mission and development organisation?

Jesuit Missions is looking for a Fundraising Manager

October 18, 2023

Could you lead the fundraising strategy for this international mission and development organisation?

Safe and stable accommodation is, increasingly, one of the most pressing challenges for friends.

Jesuit Refugee Service UK Opens Amani House for Male Refugee Friends

October 17, 2023

Safe and stable accommodation is, increasingly, one of the most pressing challenges for friends.

As the conflict in the Middle East rages, we offer a prayer guide for international disasters.

When we don’t know how to pray

October 16, 2023

As the conflict in the Middle East rages, we offer a prayer guide for international disasters.

Fr Dominic Robinson SJ shares his thoughts on the Pope's latest apostolic exhortation

A reflection on Laudate Deum

October 11, 2023

Fr Dominic Robinson SJ shares his thoughts on the Pope's latest apostolic exhortation

A conference to mark the 400th anniversary of the founding of the Jesuit Province in Britain

Challenging Legacies

October 6, 2023

A conference to mark the 400th anniversary of the founding of the Jesuit Province in Britain

Laudate Deum’s moral call for action rediscovers the spirit of integral ecology.

Laudate Deum: A Radical Call to Care for Our Common Home

October 4, 2023

Laudate Deum’s moral call for action rediscovers the spirit of integral ecology.

Manchester Universities Catholic Chaplaincy sparkled with vitality as the new academic year began

Warm Welcome for Catholic Students in Manchester

September 28, 2023

Manchester Universities Catholic Chaplaincy sparkled with vitality as the new academic year began

Information Professional is the magazine for Information, Knowledge and Library workers.

The Heythrop Library features in the latest issues of Information Professional

September 26, 2023

Information Professional is the magazine for Information, Knowledge and Library workers.

A Requiem Mass will be held in Paris and livestreamed. Read the article for more details.

Rest in Peace Fr Philip Endean SJ

September 25, 2023

A Requiem Mass will be held in Paris and livestreamed. Read the article for more details.

This special Mass to mark the anniversary was celebrated at Farm Street Church in London

St Beuno's 175 Anniversary Mass

September 7, 2023

This special Mass to mark the anniversary was celebrated at Farm Street Church in London

The state of Nicaragua has confiscated all Jesuit property including its buildings and funds.

Jesuits are persecuted by the Nicaraguan government

September 1, 2023

The state of Nicaragua has confiscated all Jesuit property including its buildings and funds.

Five years ago Pope Francis invited Jesuits to share the gift of discernment with the Church

Discerning leadership in Oxford

August 21, 2023

Five years ago Pope Francis invited Jesuits to share the gift of discernment with the Church

Peter O' Sullivan was ordained a priest at Farm Street Church, home of the British Jesuits

We celebrate the ordination of a young man into the priesthood

August 4, 2023

Peter O' Sullivan was ordained a priest at Farm Street Church, home of the British Jesuits

Former staff and alumni of Heythrop College visited the new Heythrop Library

A visit to Heythrop Library

August 3, 2023

Former staff and alumni of Heythrop College visited the new Heythrop Library

Jesuits were mentioned at prayers given at Canterbury Cathedral on the Eighth Sunday After Trinity

Bidding prayers at Canterbury Cathedral

July 31, 2023

Jesuits were mentioned at prayers given at Canterbury Cathedral on the Eighth Sunday After Trinity

The podcast is inspired by a sixteenth century soldier-turned-saint, Ignatius of Loyola.

Things I Wish I Knew – a new podcast from Thinking Faith

July 20, 2023

The podcast is inspired by a sixteenth century soldier-turned-saint, Ignatius of Loyola.

This is a full-time post leading the work of small and dynamic team.

JRS UK is looking for a Head of Communications, Fundraising & Advocacy

July 19, 2023

This is a full-time post leading the work of small and dynamic team.

The murder of two Jesuit priests in Mexico has shocked the world

They murdered his fellow Jesuits but this priest refuses to leave

July 19, 2023

The murder of two Jesuit priests in Mexico has shocked the world

Written by a Jesuit and performed by indigenous people

LOYOLA - the opera

July 11, 2023

Written by a Jesuit and performed by indigenous people

Jesuit priest, Fr Paul O'Reilly, has been nominated for an award for his work with the homeless.

Jesuit recognised for his work with the homeless

July 5, 2023

Jesuit priest, Fr Paul O'Reilly, has been nominated for an award for his work with the homeless.

This latest issue of The Way focuses on spiritual conversation

The Way: Summer 2023

July 3, 2023

This latest issue of The Way focuses on spiritual conversation

These will provide an important opportunity for scholars and practitioners to share and learn

CIS conferences on Ignatian Spirituality have been re-established

June 23, 2023

These will provide an important opportunity for scholars and practitioners to share and learn

Our peaceful attempt to hand a petition to the Indian High Commissioner was ignored

Vigil for Stan Swamy

June 20, 2023

Our peaceful attempt to hand a petition to the Indian High Commissioner was ignored

This paid role will involve assisting with our environmental, social and governance work

We are recruiting a Responsible Investment Intern

June 15, 2023

This paid role will involve assisting with our environmental, social and governance work

Please sign the petition and come along to the vigil at the Indian High Commission

Stand with Stan: Clear his Name!

June 14, 2023

Please sign the petition and come along to the vigil at the Indian High Commission

Join JRS today at 3pm and participate in the London Legal Walk!

Who’s that walking at my door?

June 13, 2023

Join JRS today at 3pm and participate in the London Legal Walk!

Learn about the outreach work being done through Farm Street Parish.

A podcast with Radio Maria England

June 5, 2023

Learn about the outreach work being done through Farm Street Parish.

This artefact is on loan from the Jesuits in Britain and can be viewed in a new exhibition

The cope of Henry VII travels to its final destination

May 29, 2023

This artefact is on loan from the Jesuits in Britain and can be viewed in a new exhibition

The Holy Name welcomes new members into the Catholic Church, as well as Eucharistic Ministers

Faith is thriving in the heart of Manchester

May 28, 2023

The Holy Name welcomes new members into the Catholic Church, as well as Eucharistic Ministers

The team is looking for someone who can help communicate the vital work they are supporting globally

Jesuit Missions is looking for a Media and Communications Officer

May 25, 2023

The team is looking for someone who can help communicate the vital work they are supporting globally

Ratcliffe College in Leicestershire has named their new English Centre in honour of Willie Doyle.

Catholic school names new English Centre after Irish Jesuit

May 24, 2023

Ratcliffe College in Leicestershire has named their new English Centre in honour of Willie Doyle.

Are you passionate about Ignatian Spirituality and can help make it more widely available?

The Jesuit Institute is looking for a Deputy Director

May 23, 2023

Are you passionate about Ignatian Spirituality and can help make it more widely available?

There was a book launch at Westminster Hall which included guest speakers from different faiths

New book explores the resonances of Laudato Si’ with the Qur’an

May 23, 2023

There was a book launch at Westminster Hall which included guest speakers from different faiths

We are joining a coalition urging investment managers to halt support for fossil fuel expansion

Climate change - the minimum expectations

May 22, 2023

We are joining a coalition urging investment managers to halt support for fossil fuel expansion

Jesuit Missions UK has been providing support in Lebanon to help those suffering from trauma

Mental health support helps an ISIS survivor to embrace life again

May 19, 2023

Jesuit Missions UK has been providing support in Lebanon to help those suffering from trauma

The Manchester Universities’ Catholic Society retreat was held at Savio House in the Peak District

A reflection on the "Open Your Hearts" student retreat

May 18, 2023

The Manchester Universities’ Catholic Society retreat was held at Savio House in the Peak District

A Jesuit scholastic of the British province shares his thoughts about diaconal ordination

A reflection on diaconal ordination

May 16, 2023

A Jesuit scholastic of the British province shares his thoughts about diaconal ordination

Jesuit Refugee Service Syria continues to support those who have been affected.

Update on the Syrian Earthquake Emergency Response

May 5, 2023

Jesuit Refugee Service Syria continues to support those who have been affected.

On Saturday 13th May at 2.00pm (GMT), eight Jesuits will be ordained deacons in Paris

Prayers for Diaconal Ordination

May 4, 2023

On Saturday 13th May at 2.00pm (GMT), eight Jesuits will be ordained deacons in Paris

Now the aches have gone, three runners reflect on their experience of running the London Marathon

Don’t run away from a good cause, run for a good cause

May 3, 2023

Now the aches have gone, three runners reflect on their experience of running the London Marathon

Fr Peter Gallagher SJ will be the next Provincial Superior of the Jesuits in Britain

Announcement of new Jesuit Provincial

May 2, 2023

Fr Peter Gallagher SJ will be the next Provincial Superior of the Jesuits in Britain

The April 2023 issue, titled 'Labours of Love', includes articles by leading theologians

The latest issue of 'The Way' is out now!

April 17, 2023

The April 2023 issue, titled 'Labours of Love', includes articles by leading theologians

Father Arturo Sosa SJ was in the UK last week visiting Jesuit spiritual works and parishes

Global leader of the Jesuits visits the British Province

April 17, 2023

Father Arturo Sosa SJ was in the UK last week visiting Jesuit spiritual works and parishes

Brother Ken Vance SJ talks to BBC Radio on the day the Jesuits leave SFX Church in Liverpool

SFX - the end of an era

April 16, 2023

Brother Ken Vance SJ talks to BBC Radio on the day the Jesuits leave SFX Church in Liverpool

A week of guided prayer for all who have been affected by clerical abuse in the Catholic Church.

Let's Journey Together

April 12, 2023

A week of guided prayer for all who have been affected by clerical abuse in the Catholic Church.

An Indian Jesuit priest was wrongly imprisoned for criticising the Indian government

Justice for Fr Stan!

April 3, 2023

An Indian Jesuit priest was wrongly imprisoned for criticising the Indian government

Fr Denis Blackledge is retiring after 7 happy years serving the Everton parish of St Francis Xavier

Staff and pupils at Faith Primary Academy bid parish priest a fond farewell

April 3, 2023

Fr Denis Blackledge is retiring after 7 happy years serving the Everton parish of St Francis Xavier

Would you like access to the impressive collection of books and journals at Heythrop Library?

Library scholarships for 2023 now available

March 29, 2023

Would you like access to the impressive collection of books and journals at Heythrop Library?

The disused army barracks in Kent has been repurposed as a quasi-detention centre for asylum seekers

New report by Jesuit Refugee Service UK sheds light on Napier Barracks

March 29, 2023

The disused army barracks in Kent has been repurposed as a quasi-detention centre for asylum seekers

Find reflections for each day of Holy Week with a new resource from St Beuno's Outreach.

Praying in Holy Week

March 28, 2023

Find reflections for each day of Holy Week with a new resource from St Beuno's Outreach.

Rob Marsh has written extensively on the Spiritual Exercises. This book brings his essays together.

Jesuits publish new book on the Spiritual Exercises

March 24, 2023

Rob Marsh has written extensively on the Spiritual Exercises. This book brings his essays together.

Jesuit Missions hosted a fundraiser at Farm Street Church in central London to help those affected

Earthquake appeal concert raises money for those in need

March 21, 2023

Jesuit Missions hosted a fundraiser at Farm Street Church in central London to help those affected

In this issue, we celebrate the 400th anniversary of the British Province of Jesuits

Hot off the press - the latest issue of Jesuits & Friends!

March 20, 2023

In this issue, we celebrate the 400th anniversary of the British Province of Jesuits

Today marks ten years since the election of Jorge Mario Bergoglio as head of the Catholic Church

Ten years since the election of Pope Francis

March 13, 2023

Today marks ten years since the election of Jorge Mario Bergoglio as head of the Catholic Church

Lucy spoke to Radio Maria England to mark International Women's Day

An interview with Lucy Gillingham from Jesuit Missions

March 8, 2023

Lucy spoke to Radio Maria England to mark International Women's Day

Fr Tony O'Riordan of the Jesuit Refugee Service spoke with the BBC about the situation on the ground

An update from Aleppo a month after the earthquake

March 6, 2023

Fr Tony O'Riordan of the Jesuit Refugee Service spoke with the BBC about the situation on the ground