Posted May 27, 2022 in Articles
Dear Friends of Jesuit Retreat Center,
On July 31st, the Society of Jesus (and we at JRC) will be concluding the Ignatian Year. It has been a time to contemplate the spiritual conversion of Ignatius, which took place 500 years ago beginning with his “cannonball” moment at the battle of Pamplona and to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the canonization of Ignatius Loyola and Francis Xavier. At JRC, we will mark the end of the Ignatian Year with our annual Ignatius in the Meadow concert on the evening of Saturday, July 30th... read more
Posted January 01, 2022 in Articles
Dear Friends of Jesuit Retreat Center,
There is an ancient Christmas tradition which is still observed in some churches. At midnight Mass, before the liturgy begins, there is the Proclamation of the Birth of Christ, a... read more
Posted September 01, 2021 in Articles
Dear Friends of Jesuit Retreat Center,
After 30 years in education, I understand benchmarks and metrics for success. You could look at testing scores and grades, graduation rates and placements, wins on the field or court,... read more
Posted July 15, 2021 in Articles
May 20, 2021 marked the 500th anniversary of St. Ignatius’ conversion. When Ignatius was a young soldier, he was injured by a cannonball at the Battle of Pamplona. Recovery from his injury also sparked an... read more
Posted May 01, 2021 in Articles
Dear Friends of Jesuit Retreat Center,
I write my last letter for our newsletter with deep gratitude for countless cherished memories. I will be retiring from my position as Executive Director at the Jesuit Retreat Center... read more
