ENTIRELY OF GOD AND YET SO HUMAN: Mary, Mother and Companion in Mission
Women saying “Yes” to God in the Spirit of Ignatius Today, as we mark the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Society of Jesus, we are invited into a quiet moment of reflection. In the spirit of Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam, we share a reflection from Fr Luis Pereira, SJ—one that gently […]
Food Security: Growing from Within—Strengthening Community through ABCD in EBF Matata
On the hills of Railaco stands a primary school—EBF (Ensino Básico Filial) Matata—which serves as the principal elementary school for Matata village, covering four neighborhoods: Titibuti, Tarmausoru, Colaco, and Mauane. Since 2023, EBF Matata has been one of the beneficiaries of Jesuit Social Service. It was then that we developed and implemented the school farm […]
Sharpening students’ journalistic skills: the ISJB Voice
Extracurricular activities and clubs in Jesuit institutions are grounded in the tradition of forming the whole person—intellectually, socially, morally, and spiritually. Inspired by the educational vision of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Jesuit education emphasizes cura personalis or care for the whole person. This means that learning is not confined to academic endeavours alone but extends […]
Countless blessings to be remembered and cherished
After completing one year of juniorate and two years of philosophical studies, I look back at this time with a heart full of gratitude. These three years have been marked by both blessings and challenges, each shaping me in ways I continue to discover. Indeed, there are countless blessings to be remembered and cherished. One […]
Serving with Faith and Dedication at Centro de Saúde Daniel Ornelas-Kasait
Working in a supportive environment at Centro de Saúde Daniel Ornelas (CSDO)-Kasait, Olga da Costa Belo serves as a Laboratory Analyst (Primary Medical Assistant) and is deeply committed to the mission of caring for patients and promoting community health. “I feel supported by everyone, especially our director of Jesuit Social Service (JSS), Fr. Julio Sousa, […]
Bringing the Spirit of MAGIS to Railaco Parish
Over the past ten years, MAG+S Timor-Leste has quietly grown into a space where young people are invited to pause, reflect and discover a deeper meaning in their lives. What began as a simple initiative has slowly become a journey of accompaniment, walking with youth through moments of uncertainty, growth and hope. The journey has […]
Holy Week with the homeless in Belo Horizonte
This year I was deeply privileged to spend Holy Week with homeless people in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais—an experience that was profoundly significant for me. In neighbourhoods marked by economic hardship, isolation, limited resources, and vulnerability, the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Christ are felt deeply. The suffering of Christ is embodied in those who […]
Reflection on Living the Holy Week
Let us reflect on and pray for the special and abundant graces to “enter” and “embrace” more deeply the reality of the core of our Christian faith: “The Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus”. May these brief pointers be of some help. Palm Sunday Jesus, the “King of all kings”, enters Jerusalem with great humility. […]
JCAP Migrant And Refugee Network & Social Apostolate Meeting 2026 – Walking Together Toward Integral Healing And Reconciliation.
From March 3rd to 9th, 2026, Timor-Leste hosted two important gatherings within the Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific (JCAP): the Migrant and Refugee Network (MRN) meeting from March 3rd to 6th, followed by the Social Ministry meeting from March 6th to 9th, with one merged session in between. These meetings brought together Jesuits and lay […]
My Journey After the Novitiate
After two years of novitiate formation, I was finally able to profess my vows and become a full-fledged Jesuit in April 2025, together with two other novice companions, Edito and Lino. After taking vows, the three of us moved from the Novitiate Community to the Jesuit Community in Taibessi. A week later, Edito and I […]