My Journey to the Light
Throughout my lifetime, I have experienced many things, some pleasant and others painful. Some moments left scars that I hide behind smiles and laughter, while others remain mysteries I may never fully understand. There were times in my life when I denied belief in Jesus or even in God, despite being born and raised in […]
“Being a Jesuit means being able to be tiled and prepared as a good soil by the Lord”
As I entered into the new academic year, I began the Juniorate formation – a stage of formation given to the scholastics where the main purpose is exposed to the life of literature, language, arts and cultures. In the Philippines, many of our brothers shared that this was their most favorite stage formation because of […]
“We cannot focus only on the disease — we must focus on the person.”
A Journey of Growth and Gratitude — Dr. Sofia’s Experience Dr. Sofia shared her deep gratitude for the opportunity to advance her training in Family Medicine through a two-week on-site program in Cambodia. The experience, she said, was both professionally enriching and personally transformative. During her time at Mercy Medical Center (MMC) Cambodia, Dr. Sofia […]
Food Security Program in Matata
Meet Cristina Clotilde da Costa, one of the beneficiaries of our Food Security Program in Matata, Railaco. Cristina is a mother of two, and her family depends on farming for their livelihood. She is deeply grateful for the opportunity to learn new farming methods from the Food Security team, especially techniques for planting vegetables. “I […]
A Celebration of Faith and Community in Railaco
The Jesuit Mission in Railaco is more than an apostolic work — it is a living opportunity to bring Christ closer to His people. Over two grace-filled days, the community witnessed a powerful testimony of faith through the Confirmation Mass and the inauguration of two new chapels in Railaco Leten; Samalete and Deleço. Under the […]
Bringing Hope and Health to Fatuglana: More Than a Decade of Service
In the small community of Fatuglana, located in Kasait, Liquiça, Centro Saúde Daniel Ornelas (CSDO) has been a steadfast presence since 2013, when Fr. Bong, SJ first led the clinic’s outreach efforts. For over a decade, CSDO’s mobile clinic has continued its mission of serving families across Kasait and Ulmera. The team visits local communities […]
Umbelina’s Journey with NOSSEF
From Nun to Teacher – A Vocation of Service For Umbelina, both being a nun and being a teacher are vocations close to her heart. In 2009, she professed her first vows with the Franciscan Jesus Mary Congregation (FCJM), but her family did not support her dreams to be a nun. A year later, she […]
MISSIO DEI as a mission of LOVE and WITH COMPANIONS
A personal reflection on my summer apostolate in the Bukidnon Mission Greetings from Manila, Philippines. God is good and full of surprises! This has been the phase that I have held onto since I joined the Society of Jesus. I believe that God, who is good, continues to surprise me all the time so that […]
From the Classroom to the Community: Laura’s Laudato Si’ Journey
Laura, an 11th-grade student at CSIL, first encountered Laudato Si’ while studying at Maria Auxiliadora School in Comoro. What began as a lesson quickly turned into a personal mission to bring its message of caring for our common home into her community. Today, her Action-Oriented Learning project is centered on Laudato Si’, and she has […]
Walking Together in Hope: The Journey of Daniel de Araujo in Education
Daniel de Araujo is not just a teacher, he is a guide, a mentor and, a believer in the transformative power of education rooted in faith. At 36 years old, Daniel lives with his family in Railaco, near the local church, where his life is closely tied to both community and spiritual values. Since 2020, […]