There are many regions of the world, which are in quest of peace. However, the Jesuit Near-East Province is perhaps one, which unites a greater number of countries where tensions of diverse sorts weigh down on the life of people. The Provincial of the Near East, Dany Younès, has had the occasion to speak to the delegates about his province and its challenges. He was quite … [Read more...]
On the Care for Our Elderly Jesuits – Interview with Fr. Cipriano Díaz, SJ
Before the start of our meeting in Rome we called attention to the demographic changes, which are present at this General Congregation, emphasizing in particular the growth of members coming from the provinces of the global south. This growth, that primarily reflects the higher volume of vocations in Asia and Africa in recent years, has another interesting read, mainly the … [Read more...]
“The work of reconciliation: To Accompany the victims towards a greater human community”- Interview with Francisco de Roux, SJ
"Reconciliation is the call most referred to in reports received from all parts of the universal Society”, revealed Father General Arturo Sosa during his first press conference on October 18, 2016. He was responding to a question regarding the challenges Jesuits face today, but his response came from the very DNA of the Society of Jesus: this mission to “reconcile the … [Read more...]
A Legal Expert in the Service of the Society…and of the Congregation
An Encounter with Benoit Malvaux, Procurator General of the Society of Jesus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AHlf-A3qv0&t=9s Laws and regulations govern an international organization like the Society of Jesus. As a Catholic religious order, the Society has its own legal rules. Additionally, the Society must also follow the rules of the Catholic Church, that is, Canon Law. … [Read more...]
“For me, who is Arturo Sosa?” by Arturo Peraza, SJ, Provincial of Venezuela
Today I can say that for four days many companions have asked me in many different ways the question of who is Arturo Sosa? Never have I had to talk about a person so many times, and, especially, in English. It was the repetition of a personal history, that the more it was repeated, brought to mind new memories; and at the same time a serene interior conviction that this was … [Read more...]
Asia-Pacific: Looking for leadership in these demanding times – Interview with Karel San Juan, SJ
We continue to meet with delegates from different parts of the world, emphasizing the universality of the Society of Jesus. Today, we take our microphone to Karel San Juan, a Jesuit priest from the Philippine Province, member of the Jesuit Conference of Asia-Pacific. Father Karel is involved in educational work in one of the most challenging areas of the Philippines, the city … [Read more...]
“In Africa, we’ve got youth, we’ve got enthusiasm!” – Interview with Michael Lewis, SJ
In our series of conversations with members of the General Congregation from all over the world, we met with the President of the Jesuit Conference of Africa and Madagascar, Fr. Michael Lewis. He is South African but he is stationed in Nairobi, Kenya, where the Conference has its offices. Here are the highlights of our encounter. On preparations for GC for the … [Read more...]
Today’s struggles seen from the perspective of the Trinity – Interview with John Dardis, SJ
Over the coming days, the GC36 Media Team will share with you stories of Jesuits from different parts of the world. Today we caught up with Fr. John Dardis, a Jesuit from Ireland who is also President of the Conference of European Provincials. He shared his reflections on the contribution the European experience could bring to the General Congregation, starting with what was … [Read more...]
Not the same tongue, but the same language – Interview with Arturo Sosa, SJ
One may wonder how this group of men from hundreds of countries, gathered in this beautiful hall, can truly understand itself, given that each person brings with himself a cultural baggage that necessarily influences his understanding, the way he interacts, and the way he intervenes. We met with Father Arturo Sosa, a Venezuelan, and we asked him this question. If cultural … [Read more...]