Jesuits in Britain

Jesuits are contemplatives in action, rooted in the rich tradition of our spirituality, and living lives of service all around the world. We invite you too to live a life of faith in action.

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Explore our spirituality

St Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits, developed a spirituality for real life. Often referred to as ‘Ignatian Spirituality’, it is commonly described as a way of ‘finding God in all things’ - but what does that mean?

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Discover our work

Right from the Society's earliest years, Jesuits have been active on these isles. This has included caring for the disadvantaged, sharing the good news of the Gospel, and helping people to enter into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Today Jesuits across the globe are working on four important areas...

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Newsletter

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A statement from the Jesuits in Britain on Plankey Mill Farm

July 14, 2025

We clarify our role in the tenancy at Plankey Mill Farm amid recent public interest.

Pray As You Go launches new ‘Pilgrim Stories’ video series

July 9, 2025

Our global online prayer platform shares powerful, real-life testimonies 

“Grazie, Francesco”: We pay tribute to Pope Francis in special memorial issue of Jesuits & Friends

July 8, 2025

The three Provincial Superiors during his papacy reflect on the late pope

Wimbledon College students meet Pope Leo XIV on pilgrimage to Rome

July 4, 2025

Community organising and perseverance bring students to a historic Papal audience

A statement from the Jesuits in Britain on Plankey Mill Farm

July 14, 2025

We clarify our role in the tenancy at Plankey Mill Farm amid recent public interest.

Pray As You Go launches new ‘Pilgrim Stories’ video series

July 9, 2025

Our global online prayer platform shares powerful, real-life testimonies 

Provincial joins annual gathering in support of Catholic studies at Durham University

July 4, 2025

We stand among the principal benefactors of the Centre for Catholic Studies

Jesuit Missions pushes for justice and solidarity with poorer nations at Bonn UN climate talks

July 1, 2025

The talks prepare the groundwork for the main conference in Brazil later this year

Jesuit young adult group walk the Camino, deepening their journey of faith and fellowship

June 27, 2025

11 young adults were accompanied by Jesuit chaplain, Fr Jim Conway SJ

A new chapter for Heythrop Library: system upgrade enhances access and service

June 26, 2025

The system has gone live today, 26 June 2025

“Grazie, Francesco”: We pay tribute to Pope Francis in special memorial issue of Jesuits & Friends

July 8, 2025

The three Provincial Superiors during his papacy reflect on the late pope

Wimbledon College students meet Pope Leo XIV on pilgrimage to Rome

July 4, 2025

Community organising and perseverance bring students to a historic Papal audience

Events

Discover our retreats, courses and events, and find one near you! These are our event highlights – to find the full selection discover more through our centres and our other works.

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Jesuits & Friends - Summer 2025

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July 8, 2025

A special issue to celebrate the life of the first Jesuit pope

Jesuits & Friends - Spring 2025

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March 18, 2025

Hope does not disappoint - This Jubilee year will be a time of renewal

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2024

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November 20, 2024

Answering the call - Using our gifts and talents for the greater glory of God

Jesuits & Friends - Summer 2024

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July 5, 2024

Partners in mission: Relationships are at the heart of our action and spirituality

Jesuits & Friends - Summer 2025

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July 8, 2025

A special issue to celebrate the life of the first Jesuit pope

Jesuits & Friends - Spring 2025

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March 18, 2025

Hope does not disappoint - This Jubilee year will be a time of renewal

Jesuits & Friends - Spring 2024

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March 19, 2024

Amidst conflict, the example of the Holy Family continues to inspire.

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2023

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November 22, 2023

Lots to read in this edition of J&F, including words from our new provincial, Peter Gallagher SJ

Jesuits & Friends - Summer 2023

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June 21, 2023

There are lots of stories in this edition, including Fr General's visit to the British Province

Jesuits & Friends - Spring 2023

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March 20, 2023

In this issue we celebrate the 400th anniversary of the British Province of Jesuits!

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2024

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November 20, 2024

Answering the call - Using our gifts and talents for the greater glory of God

Jesuits & Friends - Summer 2024

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July 5, 2024

Partners in mission: Relationships are at the heart of our action and spirituality

Celebrating the Ignatian year

The Ignatian Year marks the 500th anniversary of the religious conversion
of St Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus.

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Becoming a Jesuit

For nearly 500 years, Jesuits have taken up Christ’s challenge to serve a world in need for the glory of God and the help of souls.

Explore our history

The history of Jesuits in Britain is a story of bravery and sacrifice. While the first Jesuit activity in Scotland began within a decade of the Society’s foundation in 1540, the first full Jesuit mission to England was launched from Rome in April 1580.

Meet Ignatius of Loyola

St Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Jesuits, led a spiritual revolution that changed the church and the world forever. Ignatius was many things: soldier, mystic, pilgrim, prisoner, founder, priest and saint. Discover him for yourself.