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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Laudato Si’ Research Institute (LSRI) relaunches its Integral Ecology online course on 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’

January 23, 2025

Integral Ecology is a new area of study which combines faith and science.

New briefing from Jesuit Refugee Service UK and partners calls for reform to support stateless people

January 21, 2025

Stateless people in the UK face legal limbo, exploitation, and many other barriers.

Holy Name Church in Manchester moves a step closer to being removed from the Heritage at Risk Register

January 16, 2025

Thanks to the generous donations of supporters and National Churches Trust, the tower is being fixed

Jesuit Missions is backing the Climate and Nature Bill

January 15, 2025

The Bill gets a second reading in Parliament on Friday 24th January

Laudato Si’ Research Institute (LSRI) relaunches its Integral Ecology online course on 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’

January 23, 2025

Integral Ecology is a new area of study which combines faith and science.

New briefing from Jesuit Refugee Service UK and partners calls for reform to support stateless people

January 21, 2025

Stateless people in the UK face legal limbo, exploitation, and many other barriers.

British Jesuit Archives and the University of London seek PhD student to help reconstruct 19th century Jesuit library

January 10, 2025

The deadline for applications is Friday, 31st January, at 5pm

Work opportunity: Assistant Librarian at Heythrop Library

January 9, 2025

The position is full-time (35 hours) and involves cataloguing, processing and front desk duties.

Reflecting on 2024 as we embrace the New Year

December 30, 2024

Thank you for your continued support, which helps make our work possible

‘A Holy Door opens, a child smiles to the world’: A Christmas message from the Provincial of the Jesuits in Britain

December 23, 2024

A reflection on the significance of the Christ Child and the Holy Door that he opens to us

Holy Name Church in Manchester moves a step closer to being removed from the Heritage at Risk Register

January 16, 2025

Thanks to the generous donations of supporters and National Churches Trust, the tower is being fixed

Jesuit Missions is backing the Climate and Nature Bill

January 15, 2025

The Bill gets a second reading in Parliament on Friday 24th January

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 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 - 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 - 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 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 - Summer 2022

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June 17, 2022

Finding God in the midst of war.

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

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.