The cover story celebrates the ordination of Fr Christopher Brolly SJ, who was ordained to the priesthood at St Mary's Cathedral, Newcastle, on 13 June. In a personal reflection, Fr Christopher shares the story of his vocation, from rediscovering his faith as a young adult to his years of Jesuit formation and preparation for priestly ministry.
Vocation is also at the heart of a feature on the 2026 Province Meeting, where Jesuits and lay partners in mission gathered to reflect on how the Society can help people hear and respond to God's call. The article explores conversations about vocations, the role of young adult ministry and the shared mission that unites Jesuits and their collaborators.
This issue also highlights the launch of Jesuit Refugee Service UK's new campaign calling for refugees' rights and dignity to be restored at the heart of the asylum system. Dr Sophie Cartwright explains why Christians are being invited to stand in solidarity with people seeking sanctuary and advocate for a more humane approach to asylum.
As Pray As You Go marks its twentieth anniversary, Emma Hudson looks back on two decades of digital prayer and accompaniment. From its beginnings as a simple Lent experiment in 2006 to a global ministry serving hundreds of thousands of people each year, the article reflects on how Ignatian spirituality continues to reach people wherever they are.
Readers can also discover how Jesuit Missions welcomed project partners from around the world during its recent Partners Week, bringing stories of resilience, hope and solidarity from South Sudan, Madagascar, Guyana and India to communities across Britain.
Elsewhere in the magazine, Jesuits and friends share treasured memories of FIFA World Cups past; Mark Silva reflects on the growth of St Anselm's Rising Youth Ministry in Southall; Michael Palacios explores the importance of alumni engagement in Jesuit schools; and the Laudato Si' Research Institute reports on growing interest in bees and biodiversity.
Readers can also enjoy Fr Provincial Peter Gallagher SJ's reflection on vocation and service, the latest instalment of John Paul de Quay's illustrated series on St John Gerard SJ, a retrospective on Mount St Mary's College and Barlborough Hall, a guide to praying with Pope Leo XIV, and obituaries remembering members of our Jesuit family.
The Summer 2026 edition of Jesuits & Friends is available to read online and can also be picked up free of charge from Jesuit parishes, communities and works across Britain.
