Philippine Jesuits

25/10/2026

Almighty ever-living God,
increase our faith, hope and charity,
and make us love what you command,
so that we may merit what you promise.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
God, for ever and ever. Amen.

24/10/2026

We thank the Almighty God for the gift of 5 new Jesuit Deacons here in Asia Pacific: Rev Carlos César Barbosa Silva SJ (Brazil), Rev Cyprian Set Paing Tun SJ (Myanmar), Rev Peter Kriangkrai Tesena SJ (Thailand), Rev Laurencius Rony Andriyanto SJ (Indonesia), and Rev Paul Nguyen Xuan Danh SJ (Vietnam).

They were ordained at the Oratory of St Ignatius Loyola at the Loyola House of Studies by the Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, Most Reverend Charles J Brown DD, on 24 October 2026.

Let us pray for them that the Lord Jesus will always empower them in their ministry as deacons and as Jesuits. AMDG+

Jesuit Conference Asia Pacific

24/10/2026

WATCH 🎥: The Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific and the Conference of Provincials of Latin America and the Caribbean rejoice with the ordination to the diaconate of Carlos César Barbosa Silva SJ (Brazil), Cyprian Set Paing Tun SJ (Myanmar), Peter Kriangkrai Tesena SJ (Thailand), Laurencius Rony Andriyanto SJ (Indonesia), and Paul Nguyen Xuan Danh SJ (Vietnam) on 24 October 2026 at the Oratory of St Ignatius, Loyola House of Studies, Ateneo de Manila University in Quezon City, Philippines.

Please keep them in your prayers.

Discerning a vocation with the Jesuits, get in touch with a vocation director: https://jcapsj.org/vocation-directors-promoters/

The Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific and the Conference of Provinc...

23/10/2026

LST ALUMNI GATHERING

On 22 October 2026, Loyola School of Theology alumni came together at the SIN Center for a morning of sharing, conversation, and fellowship.

With Fr. Perry Medina, Fr. Benjamin Espiritu, and Fr. Rey Raluto, the gathering offered an opportunity to revisit experiences of formation, share stories from ministry, and reconnect as members of the LST community.

Thank you to our alumni and everyone who made this gathering a meaningful celebration of our shared journey and mission! 🙏

📷 LST Student Council

23/10/2026

LST ALUMNI GATHERING: HOLY MASS

On 22 October 2026, Loyola School of Theology community gathered in prayer for the Holy Mass presided over by His Eminence Cardinal Chito Tagle at the Oratory of St. Ignatius.

A meaningful moment of thanksgiving and communion as LST alumni and members of the community came together in faith, celebrating the enduring bond that unites them with LST and its mission.

📷 LST Student Council

23/10/2026

Maraming salamat sa inyong malasakit! 💙

As of October 23, 2026, your generous cash and in-kind donations have covered 16,000 bars of soap, and our target for pain-relief ointment (liniment) has been reached!

Thank you for helping the PJPS S.O.A.P. Project 2026 care for our incarcerated brothers and sisters. These simple gifts help meet their daily needs and remind them that they are remembered, valued, and loved.

We continue to welcome bath soap and cash donations to help us reach 26,000+ persons deprived of liberty in the New Bilibid Prison and Correctional Institution for Women.

📍 In-kind donations may be dropped off at:

• Loyola School of Theology, Ateneo de Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City
• PJPS Office, New Bilibid Prison Reservation, Muntinlupa City

For inquiries or coordination:
📧 [email protected]
📱 09670912653 — call, text, or Viber

“Affection is priceless. Simple things count.”

Philippine Jesuit Prison Service

20/10/2026

19/10/2026

The Jesuit Higher Education Commission (JHEC) is holding its Ignatian Leadership Retreat and Conversations this week at the Cebu Center for Ignatian Spirituality, with Fr Karel San Juan as main facilitator. University presidents Frs Mars Tan and Ari Dy are also present to lend support. The retreat is a safe space for deans, vice presidents, and administrators from our five universities to reflect and share on their leadership journeys.

19/10/2026

On 17–18 October 2026, Maria Reyna sa Langit ug sa Yuta Parish - Diocese of Malaybalay celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Month and World Mission Sunday with the theme “Pagsabuwa hu pagtoo, pag-amuma hu kultura, daw pagpanaliped hu bugta ha kabilin hu mga Lumad.” The celebration took place at the Mother of Perpetual Help Chapel in Busdi, Malaybalay City, Bukidnon.

The celebration brought the community together in faith and solidarity, honoring the Indigenous Peoples, cherishing their rich cultural heritage, and recognizing the importance of preserving their traditions and protecting their ancestral land. It was also an opportunity to give thanks to God for the blessings of culture, community, and shared faith.

18/10/2026

On 17-18 October 2026, Jesuit Brothers in the Philippines gathered at the Jesuit Residence of Ateneo de Manila University for a meaningful time of fellowship, prayer, and reflection. The gathering was enriched by inspiring talks from Br. Raymund Belleza, SJ, and Fr. Provincial Xave Olin, SJ.

We pray that our Jesuit Brothers may continue to grow in their vocation, deepen their relationship with the Lord, and journey together in faith, joy, and mission.

May the Lord continue to bless the Society of Jesus with more vocations and inspire generous hearts to respond to His call. 🙏🏽😊

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam!