As we approach the Christmas season, we are glad to share reflections from our Jesuit community in East Timor.
We recently spoke with Fr. Phuong, SJ, a dedicated Jesuit missionary from Vietnam who has lived in Timor-Leste for over 20 years. Fr. Phuong now lives in Suai, one of the Jesuit residents, and his mission has had a long-term impact on the local population. As a priest and missionary, he has played an important role […]
Constant Advent
Advent 2024 Dear brothers and sisters, As we arrive at the beginning of this new liturgical year, celebrating Advent season, I’d like to invite all and each of us to refresh our knowledge and devotion on what this time really is. It’s crystal clear that Advent is a time of hope, a time of preparation […]
“A Crib of Love, Hope, Joy and Peace- A Reflection On Advent Season”
Time flies so fast, and before we know it, we are already near the Christmas celebration and the end of the year. The Christmas spirit is becoming stronger and people worldwide, particularly Christians, are filled with excitement as they prepare and wait for these precious celebrations to come by decorating their homes with Christmas ornament, […]
“A Journey of Grace: Reflecting on God’s Love During Retreat”
A retreat is an essential time and opportunity to think deeply and discern the events of my past while preparing for what lies ahead. It offers me a sacred space to meet officially with God—a golden moment for every person. It is an excellent chance to share my struggles, pain, and difficulties, reflecting on the […]
Congratulations to the Youth of MAG+S Batch-09
Welcome to the Inaciana Family! The Society of Jesuits in Timor-Leste extends heartfelt congratulations to the youth of MAG+S Timor-Leste Batch-09 for completing their formation. They are warmly welcomed into the Ignatian Family and assured of prayers as they continue their journey of faith and self-discovery. With over 60% of Timor-Leste’s population consisting of youth […]
Railaco Parish: A Year of Grace and Service
Since February of this year, Fr. Roberto M. Encarnação, SJ, known as Fr. Robby, has been the parish priest of the Parish of Our Lady of Fátima of Railaco. This marks a new chapter for the community as Fr. Robby continues to carry out the mission of serving and uplifting the life as well as […]
De Jovem a Ancião: Uma Jornada de Autodescoberta e Serviço ao Próximo
João 21,18: “Na verdade, na verdade, te digo que, quando eras mais moço, te cingias a ti mesmo e andavas por onde querias; mas, quando já fores velho, estenderás as tuas mãos, e outro te cingirá e te levará para onde tu não queiras.” Ao ingressar na Casa de Saúde Irmão Luciano Brandão, fui profundamente […]
Christina’s Journey: Serving Through the Feeding Program in Railaco
In the rural, mountainous region of Railaco in Timor-Leste, families rely heavily on subsistence farming to survive. Crops like cassava, sweet potatoes, vegetables and coffee are staples, but malnutrition has long been a hidden crisis. Here, Mana Cristina Wakini, a mother of seven, has devoted her life to serving children and communities in need through […]
Community Health Education (CHE) Training for Jesuit Social Services (JSS)
From 13 – 19 of November, the staff of Jesuit Social Service (JSS) participated in their first “Training of Trainers” (TOT) program on Community Health Education (CHE). The event marked an exciting milestone for the team, as they take on new skills and strategies to enrich service to local communities. It is evident that God […]
Serving with Faith: The Cartório Staff of Railaco Parish, Ermera
We are thrilled to share with you the inspiring story of the dedicated Cartório (Civil Registry Office) staff in Railaco, Ermera. Committed to serving the community with humility, faith and professionalism, the team reflects on their experiences, challenges and how their work is intertwined with their spiritual journey. A Commitment to Service: Pedro and Anatolia’s […]