Fr. Xavier, SJ Visits Timor-Leste, Witnessing a Mission Rooted in Faith, Service, and Collaboration
Returning to Timor-Leste for his third time, the 13th Jesuit Provincial of the Philippines, Fr. Xavier “Xave” L. Olin, SJ, met with the Filipino Jesuit missionaries serving in the East Timor Jesuit Region. His visit provided also an opportunity to witness firsthand how our Jesuit mission, supported by collaborators and local communities, continues to bring […]
Regional Cluster Meeting Strengthens Collaboration for Jesuit Social and Media Ministries
On 25–27 June 2026, the Jesuit Regional Superior of the Independent Region of Timor-Leste, Fr Erik John J. (EJ) Gerilla SJ, convened the Regional Jesuit Social and Media Ministries’ Cluster Meeting, gathering collaborators from Jesuit Social Service (JSS), Railaco Mission both Clinica Nain-Feto Virgem Maria (CNFVM) and Centro Gonzaga Training Centre, including Casa de Produção […]
“But We Hold This Treasure in Earthen Vessels”
Two Jesuits Ordained to the Priesthood in Timor-Leste “But we hold this treasure in earthen vessels, so that what is sublime may be of the power of God, and not of us.” (2 Corinthians 4:7). These words from Saint Paul’s Second Letter to the Corinthians served as the presbyterate ordination motto of our two new […]
“An Ignatian Perspective on Media Literacy”
Over two inspiring days, from 18–19 June 2026, communicators from Jesuit ministries across the East Timor Region gathered for the ETR Communications Cluster Meeting. The gathering provided an opportunity to strengthen collaboration, deepen a shared vision for communication, and reflect on how we can more effectively communicate our mission to the public. Chairing the meeting, […]
Emergency Response in Alas: Bringing Hope After the Floods
A changing climate, a growing threat. Timor-Leste’s mountainous landscape creates diverse microclimates across the country. While some areas experience longer wet seasons, others face extended dry periods. In the southern part of the island, the rainy season is typically longer, and the effects of climate change are becoming increasingly evident. Heavier rainfall and more intense […]
“Love loves difficult things.” ~Hoopoe, “The Conference of The Birds”
Greetings from Manila, Today marks one month after the conclusion of our Juniorate formation. It has been sometime since I wrote about the beginning of my Juniorate formation months ago. Looking back on nearly a year in the Juniorate, I can truly say that I have been shaped, challenged, and inspired by our sessions on […]
Chelsia’s journey with Casa de Produção Audiovisual (CPA)
How does it feel to work and learn at the same time? Ask Chelsia dos Santos, a Timorese youth whose passion is to help others through her work and life. Born and raised in Liquiçá, a municipality very close to the capital, Chelsia’s dream is to become someone who can uplift others, especially the marginalized […]
Building Hope Through Learning – Youth Program in Railaco
In the village of Railaco, a small formation program is quietly becoming a space of hope and accompaniment for young people who once thought their education journey had come to an end. Through English, computer and public speaking courses organized by the Railaco Parish Jesuit community and led by Fr Domingos Moreira, SJ, young people […]
I Thought I Was Lost, Until Mary Found Me
A Reflection from a MAG+Ser There was a time in my life when I thought I was free, but in reality, I was only moving further away from myself. I laughed with people, followed every desire that seemed to bring happiness and lived without thinking deeply about where my life was going. But inside, my […]
Community Health Education Regional Consultation Meeting
As a Jesuit collaborator, I have had a deeply fulfilling journey so far—one that has allowed me to live out the mission of bringing healthcare directly to our communities. Throughout my four years working as a General Practitioner at Centro Saúde Daniel Ornelas (CSDO) in Kasait, I have benefited immensely from both clinical capacity building […]