Jesuits in Britain

Rooted in the rich tradition of our spirituality, Jesuits are contemplatives in action, living lives of service around the world.

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Pope St #JohnPaulII travelled more than any other #pope before him, and engaged on many levels with civil society and other faith groups. https://t.co/z0xgrt3Z4B

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Arop was fleeing the ongoing civil war in his homeland when he suffered a serious head injury. But thanks to the Renk Rehabilitation Centre across the border in South Sudan, he's recovering well 🙏
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Tonight from 7pm: Sr Carolyn Morrison will lead a visio divina prayer in Farm Street church, and there will also be an opportunity for people to learn more about Living Stones, a community centred on the art and architecture of historic churches.

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A warm welcome to the newest members of the Campion Hall community!

Students from around the world have gathered at the University of Oxford for matriculation. For those joining Campion Hall, the Jesuit Permanent Private Hall, it marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

This year’s postgraduate cohort brings a fascinating range of research interests, from early Christian liturgy and New Testament studies to language acquisition, ecotheology and the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence.

We wish them every success as they begin their studies!

Read the full story:

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Curious about Ignatian spirituality and want to find out more? Jesuit Institute has created a short online evening session via Zoom for those new to Ignatian spirituality. The session is this Thursday 22 October 2026.

Find out more and register👉 https://t.co/tuf8V7OS5x

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50 years ago #OnThisDay, John Ogilvie SJ was canonised by Pope Paul VI, becoming Scotland’s first post-Reformation saint.

Executed in Glasgow in 1615 for his Catholic faith, Ogilvie remains an important figure in the history of the British Jesuits.

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This Sunday, 18 October, Archbishop William Nolan will celebrate a Solemn Mass at St Aloysius’ Church in Glasgow at 12 noon, marking the 50th anniversary of the canonisation of St John Ogilvie SJ.

See the poster below for details.

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Four centuries ago, Jesuit priest St John Ogilvie SJ was executed in Glasgow for refusing to surrender his faith and conscience to royal authority. Now, Glasgow begins celebrations marking 50 years since his canonisation.

Read the story: https://t.co/WGvNJcpDKS

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This evening at 6pm, Fr Thomas Flowers SJ will deliver a special anniversary lecture at Glasgow City Chambers, reflecting on the life, witness and legacy of St John Ogilvie SJ, 50 years after his canonisation.

See the poster below for full details.

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What role can Catholic religious communities play in supporting people seeking sanctuary?

Speaking at the national conference of the Association of Provincial Bursars, Dr David Ryall, Director of Jesuit Refugee Service UK, urged Catholic finance leaders to stand in solidarity with refugees.

He highlighted the human cost of the asylum system, the increasingly hostile debate around migration, and the vital contribution of religious congregations in offering practical support, friendship and accompaniment.

Read the full story: https://t.co/QhqzfRtwq5

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A new play about the Jesuit priest, poet and martyr St Robert Southwell SJ will receive its world premiere in London this November.

Shakespeare’s Cousin, written and directed by Jonathan Moore, explores Southwell’s interrogation by the notorious Elizabethan priest-hunter Sir Richard Topcliffe, examining themes of religious persecution, artistic freedom and the courage to remain faithful to one’s convictions.

The play runs @WhiteBearTheatr in Kennington from 10–28 November.

Ahead of the premiere, the London Jesuit Centre will host a free panel discussion exploring Southwell’s legacy on Sunday 1 November at 3pm.

Find out more:

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✉️ For #WorldPostDay, discover how Jesuits used letters to share news, ideas, hopes and stories across the world.

Read our blog: “Jesuits and the Lost Art of Letter Writing”
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#EYA #LetterWriting #PostalHistory
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Just two days to go until our Programmes Officer, Laura, will be taking part in the Bournemouth Half Marathon!

You can support her fundraising efforts for Jesuit Missions here: https://t.co/PrbeksHZC3

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This Prisoners’ Sunday, we are highlighting the transformative work of the Jesuit Institute’s Prison Project, which is helping people in prison rediscover faith, find hope and recognise their inherent dignity.

Through Ignatian retreats and spiritual accompaniment at prisons across Britain, participants are being offered opportunities for prayer, reflection and personal transformation.

As one prisoner at HMP Featherstone reflected: “With the love of God and a little faith, we can all be repaired.”

The Prison Project is offered free of charge to prison chaplaincies and relies on donations to continue its work.

Read more about the impact of the project and find out how you can help bring renewed faith and hope to more people in prison.

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This exhibition is on tomorrow. All are welcome!

Letter from St Edmund Campion and Manley Hopkins final vows shown to public at London Jesuit Centre. https://t.co/LoXtpAz9xL

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More than 87,000 people supported. Over 645 tonnes of humanitarian aid distributed. More than 1,000 volunteers mobilised.

A new report reveals the extraordinary scale of the Jesuit response to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.

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What treasures are held in the libraries and archives of the Jesuits in Britain?

Tomorrow, you can find out.

Come and explore rare books, fascinating historical documents and remarkable objects from the collections, meet the archivists and librarians, and discover stories from centuries of Jesuit history.

The Heythrop Library and British Jesuit Archives are opening their doors for a special joint Open Day, offering a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes and explore collections that are not usually open to the public.

Wednesday 7 October, 10.30am–4.30pm
114 Mount Street, London, W1K 3AH

Everyone is welcome and there is no need to book. Simply report to the main reception.

Find out more: https://t.co/XFD819cXkE

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⏰ Just 2 days to go!

Join us this Wednesday for the Heythrop Library & British Jesuit Archives Open Day.

📍 London Jesuit Centre
🕥 10:30–16:30

Discover our collections, see our displays, and learn about our resources. We hope to see you there!

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