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Preaching a radical Jesus

mcvlaunch.jpgSpeaking at the launch of his new book, Jesus: Social Revolutionary?, Peter McVerry SJ commented: “For me, the life and work of Jesus should mean that a huge commitment to social justice should be at the heart of all that the Christian churches preach and do”. He added an expression of regret that “the Churches’ emphasis on personal conversion fails to go beyond the personal, to emphasise the radical economic, social and political consequences of such conversion.” Read more »

Added Tuesday 29 April 2008 :: Category: General ::

Zambian school project gets grant boost

matero_school.jpgOn 25 April, the Irish Missionary Resource Service approved the grant application of Jesuit Missions for €43,000 to finish building a primary school in a Jesuit parish in the Matero township in Lusaka, Zambia. There are many children in Matero who have not been able to attend school, thanks largely to HIV/AIDS and to general poverty. To remedy this situation, the parish and community have taken it upon themselves to construct a new school in their midst. It has already been built up to roof level (see photo), and with the IMRS grant it will be possible to finish off the project.

Added Tuesday 29 April 2008 :: Category: General ::

Irish contribution to AIDS report

ajan-report-02-06-cover2.jpgThe African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) has published its first report about Jesuit initiatives to fight the AIDS across the continent and includes a contribution from Michael J. Kelly SJ. Spanning AJAN’s first five years, the 76 page report covers the full spectrum of initiatives including pastoral ministry, HIV care and support, value-based education, communications, and publishing. The report includes information on the contribution of Irish Jesuits, and features a report from Irishman, Michael Kelly SJ, plus a tribute to his brother, the late Robert Kelly. To get a copy, please send an e-mail with your postal address to books@jesuitaids.net.

Added Tuesday 29 April 2008 :: Category: General, International ::

Take your best shot!

photographer01.jpgCompany, the well-known American Jesuit magazine, is advertising its sixth Photo Contest. They are looking for “great Jesuit-related shots” - photos “that offer a glimpse of the Jesuit world”. If you think you’ve caught a magic moment and want to enter the competition, email editor@companymagazine.org. Photos must be submitted by 21 May, and the winning shots will be published in the Summer 2008 issue.

Added Tuesday 29 April 2008 :: Category: General ::

Taste of the Near East

fadel-near-east.jpgThe Jesuit Provincial of the Near East, Fadel Sidarouss (pictured here with John Dardis SJ), was in Dublin this week to visit Ronney el Gemayel SJ, who is currently studying at the Irish School of Ecumenics. Fadel is Provincial for Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Turkey, countries from three continents which keeps him travelling a lot. Ecumenical dialogue and interaction with the Arab world was centre to his concerns. He reports that Peter Hans Kolvenbach SJ is delighted to be back in Lebanon and to be released from the role of General. He will be directing the Near East province retreat in July for the 30 students in formation.

Added Tuesday 29 April 2008 :: Category: International ::

Tertianship back in gear

tertianship.jpgAfter three months of dispersion in different placements, the Jesuit Tertians are back in Dublin. It’s European character is very much to the fore with several Provincials and some Tertian family members visiting. Recent Provincials visiting their charges include Fr. Janos Lucas from Hungary and Fr. Jan Dacok from Slovakia. Members of Zibi Leczkowski’s and Ludger Hillebrand’s families also came to visit. Work-wise, the Tertians have had a number of presentations on the European Union, Lectio Divina, and the Jesuit vows. Last week they had a media workshop from the Jesuit Communication Centre. See their website: Tertianship.

Added Tuesday 29 April 2008 :: Category: General ::