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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Jesuit Refugee Service UK launches Advent Appeal 2023

December 1, 2023

With rising prices, refugee friends often struggle to afford food. Please support them this Xmas

New Heythrop Library scholarships from 1st December 2023

November 24, 2023

Thanks to Professor CSP Hunter renewing his support, the scholarships will continue!

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2023

November 22, 2023

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

A Symphony of Prayer

November 20, 2023

"Renewing our desire to be in the presence of the Lord, to listen to him and to adore him"

Jesuit Refugee Service UK launches Advent Appeal 2023

December 1, 2023

With rising prices, refugee friends often struggle to afford food. Please support them this Xmas

New Heythrop Library scholarships from 1st December 2023

November 24, 2023

Thanks to Professor CSP Hunter renewing his support, the scholarships will continue!

Supreme Court Rules Rwanda Plan Unlawful - response from Jesuit Refugee Service UK

November 15, 2023

"Forcibly removing people to Rwanda would achieve nothing except to violate their basic rights"

A Dramatic Film of Martyrdom in El Salvador

November 15, 2023

This Thursday marks the 34th anniversary of the martyrdom in San Salvador of six Jesuits

New job opportunity - Integral Ecology & Responsible Investments Officer

November 10, 2023

Can you help promote the integral ecology work of the Jesuits in Britain and their partners?

John Sullivan SJ returns to Farm Street Church

November 8, 2023

A portrait of Fr John Sullivan SJ was blessed in an ecumenical ceremony at Farm Street Church

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2023

November 22, 2023

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

A Symphony of Prayer

November 20, 2023

"Renewing our desire to be in the presence of the Lord, to listen to him and to adore him"

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 - 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 2022

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November 8, 2022

In this issue - how can we engage with the conflicts of today's world to create a better future?

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 - Summer 2022

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June 17, 2022

Finding God in the midst of war.

Jesuits & Friends - Spring 2022

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March 15, 2022

This latest issue contains stories from around the British Province of Jesuits.

Jesuits & Friends - Winter 2021

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November 26, 2021

Stories of love and service fill us with hope.

Jesuits & Friends - Summer 2021

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June 17, 2021

Hot off the press!

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 2022

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November 8, 2022

In this issue - how can we engage with the conflicts of today's world to create a better future?

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.