Jesuit Collaborative

The project manager will be accountable for implementing the Contemplative Leaders in Action program in New York. He/she will be the "face" of this program to participants and guest speakers, the primary source of continuity as each cohort proceeds through the two-year experience, and the key catalyst who will insure that that participants learn and grow through this experience. To achieve these goals, the ideal candidate must be a highly accountable self-manager who can interact credibly with young adults who are distinguishing themselves in a range of careers. Continue Reading »

Have you ever been surprised by God? When Dan Cronin, chair of the nominating committee, called to ask me if I would serve as the chair of the Jesuit Collaborative, shock was my first reaction. After none of my excuses worked, I finally agreed. I’m glad I did.

I’ve always loved being on the frontier of change. Start-ups are demanding. Results are not readily apparent in the initial stages. But the formula for success is the same for all organizations: namely, having a bold vision that meets a critical need. Continue Reading »

At the Fairfield conference last June, we were reminded that “we can’t dream big enough” for the Collaborative. It didn’t take long for someone to not only dream big but take action to help that dream become a reality. John and Margarete McNeice, long-time and generous friends and benefactors of the Society of Jesus, have made a $1 million commitment to support the ministry of adult faith formation. Reflecting on the Collaborative’s work in this area John stated, “This is probably the most important thing going on in the Church today. Continue Reading »

Buffalo, New York

On March 10th, a group of 45 people gathered at St. Joseph’s Spirituality Center, Clarence, NY, to begin a group of Ignatian spiritual directors in the Buffalo area. The meeting was organized by Fr. Tom Colgan, S.J. and Dr. Pat Van Verth (both from Canisius College) and Jan Sheridan from the Center. After a presentation by Fr. Ronald Mercier, SJ, participants discussed the mission of the Collaborative and expressed particular interest in continuing education, supervision and ensuring the quality of the ministry. Continue Reading »

Fifteen Jesuits responded to the invitation to learn and lead Ignatian 19th Annotation Retreats, and to hone their listening and discerning skills for spiritual direction. Sponsored by the Collaborative, the course is taking place in seven all-day Saturday sessions, which began in October and go through May at Campion Renewal Center in Weston, Massachusetts. Continue Reading »