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 parishes prepare for conference on Synodality

February 18, 2025

The leader of the Jesuits in Britain met with colleagues to discuss the next steps

Jesuit Refugee Service UK sets out concerns about new Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill

February 10, 2025

The bill has its second reading today (Monday 10 February) in the UK Parliament

Academic opportunity at Campion Hall: 'Pedro Arrupe Research Fellowship in Forced Migration Studies'

February 10, 2025

This is a three-year research post focused primarily on original independent academic research

Abandoned but not forgotten – the invisible crisis in South Sudan

February 6, 2025

Paul Chitnis, Director of Jesuit Missions, recently returned from the country and offers this report

Jesuit parishes prepare for conference on Synodality

February 18, 2025

The leader of the Jesuits in Britain met with colleagues to discuss the next steps

Jesuit Refugee Service UK sets out concerns about new Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill

February 10, 2025

The bill has its second reading today (Monday 10 February) in the UK Parliament

London Jesuit Centre is recruiting an Ignatian Spirituality lead

February 5, 2025

The role is based at the London Jesuit Centre in Mayair

International Commission begins three-year journey to deepen the Jesuit Brother vocation

February 3, 2025

The Commission will discern on how best to describe and present this vocation in the world of today

Archbishop Savio Hon celebrates Chinese New Year Mass at Edinburgh Jesuit Church

January 29, 2025

Everyone is welcome to join the Mass today (29 January) at 5.30pm

Heythrop Library is offering Professor CSP Hunter scholarships in 2025

January 28, 2025

The scholarships provide free membership to our specialist theology and philosophy library

Academic opportunity at Campion Hall: 'Pedro Arrupe Research Fellowship in Forced Migration Studies'

February 10, 2025

This is a three-year research post focused primarily on original independent academic research

Abandoned but not forgotten – the invisible crisis in South Sudan

February 6, 2025

Paul Chitnis, Director of Jesuit Missions, recently returned from the country and offers this report

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.