“Encountering Calm, Experiencing Peace” is an Ignatian retreat for male survivors of clerical abuse. Men who were abused as minors by a member of the clergy are welcome to attend. Scholarships are available.

Read the OIS July 2023 Newsletter here.

This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for a Eucharistic life. ”We pray that Catholics may place the celebration of the Eucharist at the heart of their lives, transforming human relationships in a very deep way and opening to the encounter with God and all their brothers and sisters.” Pray now.

Contemplative Leaders in Action, an Ignatian Young Adult Ministries program, is seeking talented professionals to facilitate the program in New York City, Washington, DC, and a virtual cohort. Extending from July 2023 through June 2025, this part-time position combines flexible, remote work with regional gatherings and an annual on-site team orientation.

Recently, 20 people, from over six parish communities on the East Coast of the United States, participated in the Ignatian Retreat in Silence: "Listening to God as Ignacio”. Read about the experience.

Last week OIS's Executive Director, Carlos Aedo, and Associate Director for Spiritual Direction, Nancy Small, were invited to share the work of the Office of Ignatian Spirituality on Catholic Faith Network. Watch now!

This week my colleague Nancy and I were interviewed by the Catholic Faith Network on their morning program, CFN-Live. We introduced our ministries and spoke a little bit about Ignatian spirituality. Read and watch here!

This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for the abolition of torture. ”We pray that the international community may commit in a concrete way to ensuring the abolition of torture and guarantee support to victims and their families.” Pray now.

The USA East Province of the Society of Jesus is seeking a Pastoral Advocacy Coordinator. Click here for the job posting and description.

The USA East Province of the Society of Jesus is seeking an Executive Director of Advancement. Click here for the job posting and description.

We are not alone in our journey. Mary walks with us. In our struggles, when we are discouraged, we are invited to pray: ven con nosotros a caminar, come as we journey along our way. 

This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for church movements and groups. “Let us pray that ecclesial movements and groups may daily rediscover their evangelizing mission, placing their own charisms at the service of the world’s needs.” Pray now.

We've recently produced a short video highlighting our young adults programs. We invite you to watch, reflect, pray and join us in looking toward a hopeful future for the world and our Church.

This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for a culture of peace and non violence. “We pray for the spread of peace and non violence, by decreasing the use of weapons by States and citizens.” Pray now.

We hope all the resources we offer assist you in feeling the call of Jesus. Let us pray for one another as we reflect on who we are and who we are called to be. Read now!

The Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network of Washington, DC, will host its Spring 2023 luncheon on Thursday, April 13, from 11:30am to 1:30pm at the University Club of Washington, DC. Mary McGinnity, President and CEO of the Ignatian Volunteer Corps, will be speaking. Register now.

This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying victims of abuse. ”We pray for those who have suffered harm from members of the Church; may they find within the Church herself a concrete response to their pain and suffering.” Watch video now!

Schools of Service and Generosity. Your February newsletter from the Office of Ignatian Spirituality. Read now!

This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for parishes. ”We pray that parishes, placing communion at the centre, may increasingly become communities of faith, fraternity and welcome towards those most in need.” Watch video now!

All are invited to pray and reflect with us during Lent. Stream or download our audio reflections on the Sunday readings each week. These 5-7 minute reflections inspired by Ignatian spirituality are presented by Ignatian Young Adult Ministries. Listen now!