Pope Leo XIV: Greetings to Rome and to the world
Peace be with you all! Dear brothers and sisters, these are the first words spoken by the risen Christ, the Good Shepherd who laid down His life for God’s flock. I would like this greeting of peace to resound in your hearts, in your families, among all people, wherever they may be, in every nation […]
Pope Francis: A Man of Incarnated Joy
From the very beginning of his papacy, Pope Francis and the word “joy” have been inseparable. For years, I have been amazed by him and his joyful presence. Joy is one of the first words that he tried to envision throughout his papacy. This joy always radiates every time he meets others and as time […]
Call to serve in faith and joy in the Lord’s mission
On March 19, 2025, I was ordained as a deacon to the first degree of the holy order of Priesthood. Reflecting on the essence of that event, I would like to describe it through the following questions: First, what is the meaning of this event for me? What is its remark for my life and […]
Experiência missionária intercalar em Timor Leste
Ser missionário não é uma profissão nem um estatuto, mas sim um modo de viver a vocação cristã. Há formas de cristianismo mais missionárias e outras menos, no entanto, todas são missionárias. O missionário é aquele que reconhece a Fé como um dom que deve ser partilhado. Ele tem de deixar passar a “água”, não […]
A Walking Theology: Holy Week Encounters with the Homeless
Last Holy Week, I was privileged to work with Povo da Rua in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Povo da Rua is a project initiated by the Diocese of Belo Horizonte, which is committed to accompanying and caring for homeless people. It’s not just providing minimums like food, hygiene, and clothing; it’s going step by step hand in […]
My Spiritual Journey in the Novitiate
Before entering the Jesuit Novitiate in Lahane, Dili, I spent three years at Casa Gonzaga, the Jesuit Candidacy House of Formation in Perumnas, Dili. During my time there, I also studied at the Instituto São João de Brito, a teacher training institute. Casa Gonzaga helped me grow academically, emotionally, and spiritually as I prepared to […]
Reflection on the Perception of Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm (IPP) from the Perspectives of the Alumni of Instituto São João de Brito (ISJB): An Informal Conversation about the Impact of IPP
Introduction The Jesuit tradition of education dates to 1547 when St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits) accepted an invitation from leading citizens to establish the first Jesuit School in the city of Messina in Sicily for their children. This has marked the beginning of a long – standing […]
The Begging Jesus: A Lenten Reflection
I arrived in the Philippines just a few months ago. As the season of Lent began, I realized that I wasn’t only entering a new country, I was also entering a deeper journey within myself. In the middle of the busy streets, the kind smiles of strangers, and the strong faith of the people here, […]
From Seeds of Hope to Fruits of Change
A Story of Transformation – Cornelio de Deus, Railaco Cornelio de Deus (36), from Fatukero, Railaco, currently serves as an officer with the Food Security (FS) Program at Jesuit Social Services (JSS). A dedicated husband to Maria Bernadete (28), and father of two children—Silvio and Zerlia—Cornelio and his family began their journey in 2019. Although he was without […]
Faith in Action: The Impact of MAG+S-TL on Young People”
I still remember the first time I stepped into a MAG+S-TL gathering. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I was drawn in by the warmth of the community, the laughter, and the shared spirit of faith. Over time, this place became more than just a group I attended—it became a home. February 17th marks […]