Father Superior General’s speech to the CJC members
It is both an honor and a privilege to address you today and to share with you the mission, dedication, and ongoing efforts of the CJC family in Zahlé.
Le mot de l’assistante sociale du CJC
Au début, je ne connaissais pas précisément la mission du CJC ni son lien avec les Jésuites. Pourtant, en tant qu’ancienne élève de leurs écoles, je savais une chose : ils ne ferment jamais leur porte à ceux qui frappent. Mais ce n’est que lorsque j’ai commencé à travailler avec eux que j’ai compris la profondeur de leur engagement. J’ai découvert qu’ils ne se contentent pas d’être aux côtés des plus fragiles : ils y sont, pleinement, avec humilité et sincérité, sans chercher ni reconnaissance ni lumière. Ils ne parlent pas de solidarité, ils la vivent.
Homily of Fr. Arturo Sosa at the last vows Fr. Ihab Samir
This magnificent passage from the Gospel, that comes from the beginning of the Gospel of Saint John (we are in chapter 1 of this Gospel), contains an extraordinary freshness and appeal.
On the weekend of 18-19 June, the Jesuits of Lebanon had an enjoyable, and spiritually fruitful, gathering in Bikfaya. Most of the Jesuits living and working in Lebanon were able to attend. The program for the gathering involved time for prayer, group discussion, meals together, and an afternoon outing.
The first morning, the Jesuits were asked to consider the matter of vocation promotion. Where do we stand, as a PRO province and as a universal Society? Father General has asked all Jesuits to build a culture of vocations, through authentically living out our individual missions, building Jesuit communities that allow others to see how we support one another, and inviting young men to consider our way of life. Reflection on our approach to vocation promotion, both as individuals and collectively, provided fruit for morning prayer.
The topic for the second morning was a text by Fr. M. Zammit, the provincial, entitled, “I have a dream!” In this document, Fr.M. Zammit presents a set of proposals for strengthening Jesuit life and mission in the PRO province, both on the individual and community levels. There were discussion groups for speakers of Arabic, French, and English. Groups raised many points of reflection. The role of the community superior, the need for mutual support among Jesuits, and the importance of a better understanding of communal discernment as communities. The need to move from “me” to “us,” and to be at ease among each other emotionally. The importance of friendship as the starting point for our shared life in community, and the need for all to embrace difference and diversity in our communities. All the groups touched on the need for Jesuits to strive for openness, transparency, and humble vulnerability with each other, so that our Jesuit communities may truly be supportive homes from which we are sent forth on mission as groups and as individuals.
The weekend was not all serious discussion, however. Attendees were given two options for a Saturday afternoon outing. One group took a two-hour hike nearby; fortunately, it was all downhill! The other group visited the Monastery of St. John the Baptist in Khenchara, home of the Chouerite Basilian Order. In addition to touring the beautiful Greek Catholic church at the monastery, the group also visited the museum that tells the story of the monastery’s printing press, which in 1734 became the first printing press in the Middle East to publish in the Arabic script. The group was also treated to a tour of the monastery’s winery, which ended with a sampling of one of their noted wines.
After the outings, the whole group gathered for Eucharistic adoration and benediction, which was followed by a lively and tasty barbecue of traditional Lebanese mashawi.
All in all, it was a weekend of friendship, fun, and spiritual growth for all who took part.
Doug Jones, S.J.
Father Superior General’s speech to the CJC members
It is both an honor and a privilege to address you today and to share with you the mission, dedication, and ongoing efforts of the CJC family in Zahlé.
Le mot de l’assistante sociale du CJC
Au début, je ne connaissais pas précisément la mission du CJC ni son lien avec les Jésuites. Pourtant, en tant qu’ancienne élève de leurs écoles, je savais une chose : ils ne ferment jamais leur porte à ceux qui frappent. Mais ce n’est que lorsque j’ai commencé à travailler avec eux que j’ai compris la profondeur de leur engagement. J’ai découvert qu’ils ne se contentent pas d’être aux côtés des plus fragiles : ils y sont, pleinement, avec humilité et sincérité, sans chercher ni reconnaissance ni lumière. Ils ne parlent pas de solidarité, ils la vivent.
Homily of Fr. Arturo Sosa at the last vows Fr. Ihab Samir
This magnificent passage from the Gospel, that comes from the beginning of the Gospel of Saint John (we are in chapter 1 of this Gospel), contains an extraordinary freshness and appeal.
Simplicité et profondeur Une présence attentive – visite du P. Arturo SOSA au Caire
Venant de Minia le vendredi 21 mars après-midi, le P. Arturo SOSA s’est entretenu pendant une heure avec les responsables du MEJ et de la CVX.
Visit of Father General Arturo Sosa to Minia, Egypt
From March 20 to 21, Father Arturo Sosa, the Superior General of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), visited Minia, Egypt, as part of his journey to witness and support the Jesuit mission in the region. This visit highlighted the longstanding commitment of the Jesuits to social, educational, and spiritual development in Upper Egypt, particularly through the work of the Jesuit community in Minia.
Jesuit Mission In Jordan: Nurturing Faith And Community
The Jesuit community in Amman, Jordan, is made up of three members: one from India, one from Egypt, and one from Malta. Together, they are the smallest group of Jesuits among all the countries that make up the Near East and Maghreb Province (PRO) of the Society.