Jesuits East

07/24/2026

Early bird registration for the 18th Annual Friends of the Jesuits Golf Outing ends today! Join us September 21 at Westchester Country Club for an unforgettable day of golf, represent your Jesuit school in the competition for the Keenan Cup, and support the mission of the Jesuits of the USA East Province. Save on your spot before rates increase, register today: JesuitsEast.org/Golf2026

07/23/2026

Let us pray in thanksgiving for the life of Fr. Daniel A. O'Brien, SJ, who died on July 5, 2026. Fr. O'Brien devoted his life as a Jesuit to teaching math and physics at Jesuit schools and serving in compassionate ministry to parishes, students and families. May he rest in peace.

Fr. Daniel A. O’Brien, SJ, was born in Rochester, N.Y., on February 2, 1957, the son of Robert O’Brien and Margaret Waters O’Brien. He was baptized a month later at Blessed Sacrament Church in Valley Stream, N.Y., where his family made their home. There Fr. O’Brien attended Valley Stream Cen...

07/21/2026

As part of Boston College's Frontier Fellowship, the Montserrat Coalition Program brought 11 students, Fr. Michael Davidson, SJ, and two staff members to Thailand from June 24–July 6, 2026, for a two-week immersion experience focused on global learning, service, and reflection. Before traveling, students researched topics including Thailand's religious diversity, education, healthcare, and mindfulness practices. During the trip, they reflected daily through the Jesuit Examen and group discussions while exploring Thailand's cultural and spiritual traditions. A highlight was serving with elderly residents at the Camillian Social Center in Sampran, an experience that deepened their commitment to solidarity, compassion, and leadership.

07/19/2026

Fairfield University recently convened practitioners of the Spiritual Exercises for a conference titled “Showing the Way to God.” Participants explored the Exercises’ relevance to confronting racism, engaging seekers beyond the Christian tradition, and deepening the identity and mission of spiritual directors. The gathering affirmed the Spiritual Exercises as a living tradition that continues to transform lives.

Keynote speakers included Fr. Brian McDermott, SJ, Fr. Kevin O’Brien, SJ, and Dr. Damian Zynda.

“Showing the Way to God” conference at Fairfield University explored new frontiers in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.

07/17/2026

Early bird registration for the 18th Annual Friends of the Jesuits Golf Outing – The Keenan ends in one week. Don't miss your chance to secure a discounted registration rate. Join us on September 21 at Westchester Country Club, compete for the Keenan Cup while representing your Jesuit school, and enjoy a memorable day of golf in honor of Fr. James F. Keenan, SJ, all while supporting the mission of the Jesuits of the USA East Province. https://buff.ly/DGz29oO

07/15/2026

A peek behind-the-scenes: It’s not every day the province welcomes a new provincial, and it’s even rarer to sit down with both the outgoing and incoming provincials. Stay tuned for a special conversation with Fr. Joseph O’Keefe, SJ, the first provincial of the USA East Province, and Fr. Robert Reiser, SJ, who will serve as the province’s second provincial. The interview premieres July 31, the Feast of St. Ignatius and Fr. Reiser’s first day as provincial.

07/14/2026

Fr. Zach Presutti, SJ, founder and executive director of Thrive For Life Prison Project, was recently featured in Rolling Stone Magazine. Thrive For Life educates and mentors incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals on their journey back into society. The organization has helped transform thousands of lives behind and beyond prison walls.

How the nonprofit Thrive For Life, founded by Rev. Zach Presutti, sets up the formerly incarcerated with safe housing and a path to higher education.

07/12/2026

Tens of thousands of Venezuelans are still facing uncertainty and profound loss in the aftermath of the twin earthquakes. We invite you to join a webinar on Thursday, July 16 at 12 pm EDT for a live update on the current situation in Venezuela, how Jesuit organizations are responding to the crisis, and what the long-term recovery efforts will look like. Speakers will include Fr. Edgar Magallanes, SJ, Director of Jesuit Refugee Service in Venezuela. Registration for the webinar is free: https://buff.ly/lskMhCU

07/10/2026

A memorable moment in Rome. Fr. Joseph Marina, SJ, president of The University of Scranton, reflects on meeting Pope Leo XIV with other presidents from the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Universities. He shares how the Pope’s message of hope, service and Jesuit education will inspire the University community.

The University of Scranton’s president and other leaders of Jesuit colleges and universities received the Pope’s message and blessing.

07/09/2026

Prepare for the Feast of St. Ignatius by joining our free five-day online mission via Zoom, July 27–31. Led live by Fr. John Piderit, SJ, each day features a 20-minute presentation and prayer, with both morning and evening sessions available.

This year's mission explores how St. Ignatius' vision shaped the Church through Jesuit education and leadership—from the first Jesuit college, to the Catholic Counter-Reformation, to the Galileo controversy. Register today and deepen your appreciation of the enduring legacy of St. Ignatius. https://buff.ly/ydbsxZB