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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We welcome all to join us in honouring Pope Francis

April 25, 2025

Live screening of funeral and Requiem Mass at Farm St Church

“We mourn a brother”: Fr Damian Howard SJ offers heartfelt tribute to Pope Francis in BBC interview

April 24, 2025

Watch here the full BBC News interview

Watch live this Thursday: Jesuit press conference and memorial mass on Pope Francis’ legacy

April 23, 2025

All are welcome to attend these online events

Fr General's message to the Jesuit community on the passing of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025

Fr General Arturo Sosa SJ invites prayers for the repose of the first Jesuit Pope.

We welcome all to join us in honouring Pope Francis

April 25, 2025

Live screening of funeral and Requiem Mass at Farm St Church

“We mourn a brother”: Fr Damian Howard SJ offers heartfelt tribute to Pope Francis in BBC interview

April 24, 2025

Watch here the full BBC News interview

Pope Francis has returned to the Lord: A statement from the Jesuits in Britain

April 21, 2025

We invite all to join us in prayer for the repose of his soul.

Jesuit Refugee Service UK welcomes new Director

April 17, 2025

Dr David Ryall was previously the founding Director of the Santa Marta Group

London’s private clubs join forces with Farm Street Church to support the homeless

April 16, 2025

Lord Mayor visits the Jesuit parish as new partners join homeless lunch service

Celebrating 250 years of J.M.W. Turner’s London: A conversation in art, faith, and legacy

April 15, 2025

Turner’s legacy honoured at Farm Street Church on 23 April

Watch live this Thursday: Jesuit press conference and memorial mass on Pope Francis’ legacy

April 23, 2025

All are welcome to attend these online events

Fr General's message to the Jesuit community on the passing of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025

Fr General Arturo Sosa SJ invites prayers for the repose of the first Jesuit Pope.

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 - Spring 2025

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March 18, 2025

Hope does not disappoint - This Jubilee year will be a time of renewal

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 - Spring 2025

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March 18, 2025

Hope does not disappoint - This Jubilee year will be a time of renewal

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 - 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 - 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 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.

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.