Welcome to the Society of Jesus in Canada and the United States

Everyday Ignatian: Discerning the Greater Glory of God in My Response to the Coronavirus

March 26, 2020 — Shannon K. Evans, a writer and mother of five, chronicles moments of grace in her daily life.
Read more

So where is God in this pandemic?

March 24, 2020 — Fr. Ted Penton, SJ, gave this homily on Sunday, March 22 from the floor of his bedroom at Gonzaga College High School in Washington, D.C., where he is quarantined.
Read more

What the Feast of the Annunciation Offers Us in a Pandemic

March 25, 2020 — Henry Ossawa Tanner’s “The Annunciation” inspires insight into today's feast — and our new global reality.
Read more

St. Romero's Legacy of Solidarity 40 Years After Martyrdom

March 24, 2020 — Today marks the 40th anniversary of the assassination and martyrdom of St. Oscar Romero, renowned archbishop of San Salvador and outspoken advocate for justice during El Salvador’s civil war.
Read more

Washington Lt. Gov. Cyrus Habib Will Not Seek Re-Election in Order to Join Jesuits West

March 19, 2020 — Habib will not seek re-election and is entering the Jesuits West Province of the Society of Jesus.
Read more

Fr. James Martin, SJ: Ignatian Spirituality Can Guide Us in the Storm

March 20, 2020 — Fr. Jim Martin, SJ, reflects on how we can draw on the tradition of Ignatian spirituality to respond to the coronavirus pandemic with faith, hope and love.
Read more

view all news »

Publications

Since St. Ignatius bought a printing press in 1556, the Jesuits have been involved in communications. Today the Society of Jesus publishes a number of award-winning journals and publications. Click below to access our latest issues.

America 10/14/19

America 9/30/19

America 9/16/19

Feature Content

Mission

Ministry

Ordinations

Stages of Jesuit Formation with Fr. Chris Calderón, SJ

How long does it take to become a Jesuit priest or brother? Fr. Chris Calderón, SJ helps demystify the whole the process (known as formation) of a man becoming a Jesuit priest or brother. Learn more about what it takes to be a Jesuit at beajesuit.org.

Our Mission

To work for reconciliation every day — with God, with human beings and with the environment

Get Involved

Click here to sign up for our award-winning enewsletter, learn about upcoming events and participate in our advocacy campaigns.

Support Us

No matter your connection to the Society of Jesus, there is an opportunity for you to partner with the Jesuits and become part of their work.

Jesuit Parishes and Retreat Centers

There are 66 Jesuit parishes and 22 retreat centers in the United States. Jesuit parishes are situated in inner cities, suburbs, rural outposts and on college campuses and Native American reservations. Jesuit retreat centers can be found in places ranging from New England's rocky coast to the foothills of the Rockies and the rustic trails of Santa Clara Valley. They are part of urban landscapes, too.

St. Joseph Parish

Founded in 1907, St. Joseph Parish is located on Capitol Hill in Seattle and today serves more than 1,200 registered households.

Find a parish near you

Loyola House of Retreats

Loyola House of Retreats is located on 30 acres of beautiful lawns, gardens and woodland in a quiet section of Morristown, N.J.

Find a retreat center near you