God’s Work in Our Hands
Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Every June and July, during summer intercession, Jesuit scholastics from the Loyola House of Studies (LHS) are sent to different mission areas across the Philippines. I was assigned to Davao, […]
Serving the School Community
The Ignatian values are more than just ideas at NOSSEF (Nossa Senhora de Fatima) secondary school located in Railaco,—they are a way of life. They awaken students’ courage, shape their motivation, and inspire them to learn something new every day. Two Grade 11 students, Edith Maia and Ivonio dos Santos, share how their journey at […]
Discovering God’s Presence Through the Experience of Others
During this Ignatian Month, the participants of MAG+S Timor-Leste Batch 10 dedicated their time to experience the lives of others through acts of service for those in greatest need. This activity is an integral part of the Ignatian Spirituality formation for new members of MAG+S Timor-Leste. This year, we selected various locations for our Community […]
Ignatian spirituality emphasizes personal interior freedom
I arrived in Timor-Leste six months ago, and I already feel very much at home here! During most of my Jesuit life in Australia I have been involved in three main ministries: (1) young adults, (2) refugees and forcibly displaced peoples and (3) Ignatian spirituality. In my last two years in Sydney, I also served in […]
Finding God in All Things: A Journey Through the Ignatian Examen
I have learned many forms of Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, but the Examen of Conscience has truly moved my heart since the very first time I practiced it during my MAG+S Youth Formation Gathering. That gathering, held on July 22, 2019, was the beginning of my spiritual journey. Reflecting on that day, I now realize it […]
A Journey of Self Discovery with MAG+S Timor-Leste
Through Journaling, Prayer And Discernment – I See God’s Will It is a lovely opportunity for me to share with you about the spiritual life I have been going through. I am extremely grateful and happy with the journey of life because of wonderful experiences in MAG+S TL. I have never thought of joining and taking […]
A Call To Be A True Follower Of Jesus Christ – Marawi Experience
This summer break, I was assigned to Cagayan de Oro, Mindanao, Philippines for my summer apostolate from June 10 to July 10. I stayed in the Jesuit Community within the campus of Xavier University (Ateneo de Cagayan). The objectives of the summer apostolate are to provide an opportunity to learn and develop new apostolic skills; provide […]
A Memorable Visit to Candomblé
I am delighted to share the profound experience I had during my recent visit to a Candomblé temple in Belo Horizonte. It was not just a cultural encounter, but a deeply spiritual and eye-opening moment that left a lasting impression on me. To begin, let me briefly explain: what is Candomblé? Candomblé is a religion […]
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 […]