The Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network (PWPN) Asia Pacific held its continental meeting from 5 to 9 May in Chiang Mai, Thailand, bringing together delegates from across the continent for five days of prayer, reflection, and dialogue on mission, identity, and future direction. Continue reading “A reinvigorating gathering for PWPN coordinators”
A reinvigorating gathering for PWPN coordinators
First Vietnamese Jesuit ordination in Hong Kong
Scholastic Mark Nguyen Dinh Minh Tri SJ was ordained a deacon on 21 June at St Ignatius Chapel, Wah Yan College, Hong Kong. He is the first Vietnamese Jesuit to be ordained in Hong Kong. Continue reading “First Vietnamese Jesuit ordination in Hong Kong”
New Socius for JCAP
Fr General Arturo Sosa has appointed Fr Thomas Vũ Quang Trung SJ as the new socius of the Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific (JCAP), succeeding Fr Greg Soetomo SJ, who has served in the role since 2020. Continue reading “New Socius for JCAP”
The Beijing Center Relocates to Beijing’s Embassy District to Further Its Mission After 27 Years
Beijing — On this day, May 11, which marks the anniversary of the passing of Matteo Ricci, S.J., The Beijing Center for Chinese Studies (TBC) is honored to announce its relocation to Beijing’s Embassy District. This move—carefully planned over the past several years—represents a significant step in furthering TBC’s founding mission to promote intercultural understanding and advance East-West dialogue. Continue reading “The Beijing Center Relocates to Beijing’s Embassy District to Further Its Mission After 27 Years”
“If not you, then who?”
When he looks back on his journey, Fr Pedro Chia SJ can point to the “cannonball” moment he was called by God—in two sentences and 16 words: “若不是你，那會是誰；若非現在，又是何時.”(If not you, then who? If not now, then when?) He was in his early thirties, pondering his life’s direction. Continue reading ““If not you, then who?””
“If not you, then who?”
When he looks back on his journey, Fr Pedro Chia SJ can point to the “cannonball” moment he was called by God—in two sentences and 16 words: “若不是你，那會是誰；若非現在，又是何時.”(If not you, then who? If not now, then when?) He was in his early thirties, pondering his life’s direction. Continue reading ““If not you, then who?””
The Beijing Center’s Retreat Now Featured on Google Maps via IAJU Peace & Reconciliation GeoVisor
The Beijing Center (TBC) is excited to announce that its annual three-day Retreat is now featured on Google Maps through the IAJU Peace & Reconciliation GeoVisor, which highlights the contributions of member institutions to the mission of Ignatian reconciliation. Continue reading “The Beijing Center’s Retreat Now Featured on Google Maps via IAJU Peace & Reconciliation GeoVisor”
In Memoriam: Pope Francis (1936-2025)
Pope Francis, who led the Catholic Church for 12 years from 2013 to 2025, has passed away on Easter Monday, 21 April, at his residence in the Vatican’s Casa Santa Marta. He was 88 years old. Continue reading “In Memoriam: Pope Francis (1936-2025)”
International Symposium: The Impact of Ignatian Spirituality on Contemporary Theology and Church Reform
Host: Centre for Catholic Studies, The Chinese University of Hong Kong Continue reading “International Symposium: The Impact of Ignatian Spirituality on Contemporary Theology and Church Reform”
Fundraising as mission and ministry
The Jesuit Conference of Asia Pacific (JCAP) organised a very helpful workshop at Xavier Learning Community in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand, for the development offices of our Asia Pacific conference. The scope ranged from the spirituality of fundraising to the details of best practices. Continue reading “Fundraising as mission and ministry”