
News and Other Stories from OIS
“Learning to Pray:” Fr. James Martin’s Conversation with the Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network
Fr. James Martin, SJ, spoke at the national virtual luncheon of the Jesuit Friends and Alumni Network (JFAN) on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Fr. Martin spoke about his new book, titled “Learning to Pray: A Guide for Everyone.”
OIS Newsletter: February 2021
In a challenging year, the members of Jesuit and Ignatian community have organized an amazing number of wonderful programs and resources for prayer, which we have compiled here. I encourage you to take a look and consider what might help you deepen your relationship with God this Lent.
Ignatian Resources for Lent 2021
Ignatian resources from OIS and our partners across the Ignatian community designed to accompany you on your spiritual journey through Lent.
Pope’s Prayer Intention: February 2021
This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for women who are victims of violence, that they may be protected by society and have their sufferings considered and heeded.
Coming Soon: CLA Applications!
We are excited to share that applications for our 2021-2023 cohorts will be available online by the end of the month! Here's another quick update from Elise. Check it out!
CLA 2021: The Curriculum
We’re excited to share about the updated CLA curriculum for 2021-2023.
En Todo Amar y Servir: In All Things to Love and Serve
Two elements of the Comunidades Hispanas Ignacianas make them particularly remarkable. The first is their community approach to Ignatian spirituality ministry. The second is their proximity to those on the margins of society.
CLA 2021: Diversity and Inclusion in CLA
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, I invite you to watch this short video on diversity and inclusion in CLA.
Meet Elise Gower, Our New Associate Director for CLA
We are excited to welcome Elise Gower as our new Associate Director for Contemplative Leaders in Action and the newest member of our Ignatian Young Adult Ministries team!
Responding to the Assault on Our Nation’s Capitol
We need to honor the shock and grief we are currently experiencing, and we need to acknowledge that there will be no moving forward together without a profound experience of reconciliation and healing.
OIS Newsletter: January 2021
Let us keep our eyes on our Lord, Jesus Christ, who knows our pain, remains with us through it, and will supply the grace we need.
Pope’s Prayer Intention: January 2021
This month Pope Francis is asking us to join him in praying for Human Fraternity. We pray that the Lord may give us the grace to live in full fellowship with our brothers and sisters of other religions, praying for one another, open to all.
Christmas Prayers
These two Christmas prayers come from the USA East Jesuit Province. Also, check out this video reflection by Fr. Jason Downer, SJ.
Ignatian Spirituality Courses and Certificate at the BC School of Theology and Ministry
The Boston College School of Theology and Ministry has a number of upcoming educational opportunities for teachers, ministers, and anyone interested in Ignatian spirituality.
OIS Newsletter: December 2020
The coming of Christ promises renewal for each of us individually and for our world. True peace, joy, and love are sorely needed. In a year like 2020, let us not lose sight of the Source of our hope, and prepare our hearts to welcome Him when He comes.
Advent 2020 Resources
Resources from across the Ignatian community to accompany you and deepen your prayer during this season of preparation.
OIS Newsletter: November 2020
In many ways, Thanksgiving is a very Ignatian holiday. We give thanks for what we have and care for those less fortunate. Let us keep our focus on these two simple practices over the next few weeks. Let us allow God to surprise us, show us joy in new places, and experience God's love in new ways.
Pope Francis' Prayer Request For November 2020
This month Pope Francis is asking us to join him in praying for Artificial Intelligence. We pray that the progress of robotics and artificial intelligence may always serve humankind.
Comunidad Ignaciana in Massachusetts Raises Support to Help Provide Healthcare to Migrants at the US-Mexico Border
The members of OIS's Comunidad Ignaciana at St. Ignatius Parish in Chestnut Hill, MA, are putting their faith into action by raising funds to help pay for medical staff hours that are desperately needed at the Casa del Migrante in Juárez, Mexico.