
News and Other Stories from OIS
Pope’s Prayer July 2023: For a Eucharistic Life
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.
Job Posting: Contemplative Leaders in Action Cohort Coordinators (Washington, DC, New York City, Virtual)
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.
Listening to God As Ignatius ~ Escuchando a Dios como Ignacio
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.
OIS Featured on Catholic Faith Network
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!
June 2023 Newsletter
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!
Pope’s Prayer June 2023: For the Abolition of Torture
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.
Job Posting: Pastoral Advocacy Coordinator, USA East Province of the Society of Jesus
The USA East Province of the Society of Jesus is seeking a Pastoral Advocacy Coordinator. Click here for the job posting and description.
Job Posting: Executive Director of Advancement, USA East Province of the Society of Jesus
The USA East Province of the Society of Jesus is seeking an Executive Director of Advancement. Click here for the job posting and description.
May 2023 Newsletter
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.
Pope’s Prayer May 2023: For Church Movements and Groups
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.
April 2023 Newsletter
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.
Pope’s Prayer April 2023: For a Culture of Peace and Non Violence
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.
March 2023 Newsletter
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!
April 13, 2023: JFAN of Washington, DC, Luncheon with Mary McGinnity
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.
Pope’s Prayer March 2023: For Victims of Abuse
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!
February 2023 Newsletter
Schools of Service and Generosity. Your February newsletter from the Office of Ignatian Spirituality. Read now!
Pope’s Prayer February 2023: For Parishes
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!
Lenten Audio Reflections (2023)
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!
Showing the Way to God: Ignatian Spiritual Direction and the Universal Apostolic Preferences (VIDEO)
Spiritual directors who attended this workshop connected the deep listening that is at the heart of spiritual direction with the distinct call to listen to the needs and groaning of the larger world. We learned more about the UAPs and the insights and inspiration they hold for the ministry of spiritual direction. Watch now!
Escuchar a Dios como San Ignacio
El retiro de fin de semana "Escuchar a Dios como San Ignacio", es una oportunidad para practicar la oración dentro de la tradición ignaciana. Una buena introducción para aquellos que no conocen o que no han participado antes de la espiritualidad ignaciana. Celebraremos la misa dominical juntos el domingo en la mañana.