The Archives
Contemplative Leaders in Action Cohorts Open Their Program with Retreats
This past weekend, young adults participating in the Contemplative Leaders in Action program began their journeys by coming together for retreats.
Ignatian Spirituality in a Complex World
September 25, 2023, 8:00 PM ET
All are invited to the next Jesuit Connections online event on Monday, September 25, 2023 with Vanessa Rotondo.
Why Our Spirituality Needs Storytelling
May 10, 2023, 7:30 PM ET
All are invited to the next Jesuit Connections online event on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 with Eric Clayton.
The Brave Yes
April 18, 2023, 7:30 PM ET
All are invited to the next Jesuit Connections online event on Tuesday, April 18, 2023 with speakers from the Ignatian Spirituality Project.
Money & Faith: Investing from an Ignatian Perspective
March 30, 2023, 6:30 PM ET, In-Person!
Young adults are invited to our next in-person event on Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at The Loyola House (300 Newbury Street, Boston, MA.)
Lenten Letters: Connecting with Jesuits This Lent (2023)
During Lent 2023
This Lent, we invite young adults to connect with Jesuits living in healthcare communities by sending them an email or letter. Take a few minutes during Lent to connect with these Jesuits who have devoted their lives to prayer, teaching, and service. Sign up now!
Lent 2023: Audio Reflections & Small Group Faith Sharing
February 28, March 7, 14, 21, 28 & April 4, 2023, 7:30 PM ET
We are excited to offer weekly audio reflections and small group discussions once again during the coming season of Lent. Register now!
Finding God in the Movies
January 23, 2023, 7:30 PM ET
Young adults are invited to our first Jesuit Connections of the new year on January 23, 2023, beginning at 7:30 PM Eastern. We will be discussing “Finding God in the Movies.”
Advent Mass and Reception (Boston)
All are invited to join Jesuit Connections for an Advent Mass on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at 4pm in St. Mary’s Chapel on the Boston College campus (Linden Lane, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA). There will be a reception following Mass.
The Spiritual Exercises of Ignatian Gratitude
November 15, 2022, 7:30 PM ET
Jesuit Connections hosted “The Spiritual Exercises of Ignatian Gratitude,” led by Kathy Powell, on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, at 7:30pm Eastern. Watch the recording.
Creative Expression: Praying Through Art
October 18, 2022, 8:00 PM ET
Jesuit Connections welcomed Becky McIntyre for "Creative Expression: Praying Through Art" on October 18, 2022.
From the Northwest to Boston: Finding Life's Path in Ending Homelessness
October 6, 2022, 6:30 PM ET (In-Person)
Young adults in the Boston area are invited to join us in-person for Pizza & a Pint. Sean Terry will share his experience as the Director of Housing Services for the New England Center and Home for Veterans. Sean will talk about his experience in the JVC Northwest and discuss the importance of housing as a human right. Register today!
La Frontera: An Ignatian Look at the US-Mexico Border
September 20, 2022, 8:00 PM ET
Jesuit Connections welcomed Fr. Brian Strassburger, SJ, for a conversation titled, "La Frontera: An Ignatian Look at the US-Mexico Border.
Pride in Being Who God Intended You to Be
My dad often ends our conversations with, “Make yourself proud. I’m proud of you.” Take pride, he reminds me, in being who God intended you to be.
This is exactly who we are today.
Carlos Aedo, Executive Director of the Office of Ignatian Spirituality, shares a message of sorrow, compassion, shame, and anger with the OIS community in response to the shooting in Uvalde, Texas. May we allow ourselves to be changed, so that we may take action as a society to end gun violence.
“Care for Creation, It's Very Ignatian!”
Br. Mark Mackey, SJ, joined Jesuit Connections for an online discussion on ecospirituality! Watch now!
Upcoming Affinity Groups Meetings in May
May 17 and 18, 2022, 7:00 PM Eastern.
Inviting our BIPOC and Queer community members to join us for online meetings.
Exploring “The Spiritual Work of Racial Justice” with Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ
We invite the IYAM community to engage prayerfully with The Spiritual Work of Racial Justice: A Month of Meditations with Ignatius of Loyola, by Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ. Patrick will join us for an in-person conversation to kick off our book discussion groups. All are welcome at these events, even if you don’t plan to participate in a discussion group.
Seeking God's Love: A Lenten Prayer Exploring the Examen
March 31, 2022, 7:00 PM ET
Join Charis us as we seek God's love by exploring the First Principal and Foundation of St. Ignatius and learn how the Examen prayer tool can assist us in orienting our lives towards God. Register now!
Introducing Affinity Groups
March 29, 2022, 7:00 PM ET
We’re excited to introduce affinity groups to the IYAM community! To get started, we would like to invite our BIPOC and Queer community members to join us on March 29, at 7:00 PM ET for a conversation on Zoom. We want to introduce the concept of affinity groups and hear your thoughts. We’re excited to listen, learn and explore possibilities together!