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Sarah Redikopp, Mission, Charism, and Vocations Animator, Loretto Ministries Today, we celebrate 179 years of the Loretto Sisters in Canada! On Landing Day, we remember the histories of the Canadian CJ province and reconnect with the mission that animates our community. This year brings extra celebration, as the first Landing Day since the unification of the two branches of Mary Ward’s Institute (the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Congregation of Jesus) in Nove

The Congregation of Jesus (CJ), a UN-registered NGO, is the CJ's global mission for justice and policy advocacy, bringing the voice of faith-based civil society to multilateral decision-making processes and serving as a key coordinating mechanism that connects the CJ's grassroots initiatives with global policy advocacy. It facilitates collaboration between regions, amplifies local voices, and ensures that collective actions effectively contribute to international efforts to e

On July 8, 2026, the Congregation of Jesus participated in an Official Side Event during the 2026 United Nations High-level Political Forum (HLPF), organized by the IBVM/CJ NGO at the United Nations in collaboration with the Mary Ward Centre. Young leaders from Australia, the Philippines, India, Spain, Ukraine, and Zimbabwe shared how SDGs 6, 7, 9, 11, and 17 shape the lives of people in their communities. Accompanying young people has always been central to the mission of th

It is always meaningful when respected academic institutions recognize the work of Catholic women religious and help bring that witness into wider conversation. Recently, the University of St. Michael’s College featured Sr. Sara Rudolph, CJ, in its InsightOut series through the article “Representing the Congregation of Jesus at the UN’s Commission on the Status of Women.” The article reflects on her experience representing the Congregation of Jesus at the United Nations Commi

What a magical Winter Wonderland we are enjoying in this deep winter season! Storms and vast heaps of snow did not deter our brave guests from travelling to receive rest, serenity and yummy food over several events. Our Advent Retreat once again attracted women of various faiths. See their comments below.

The winter has been long and cold, albeit with a couple of fantastic weekend snowstorms to bring some excitement. January’s snowstorm saw students moving to online learning and others working from home. In February, students got a proper snow day off from their studies. For both snowstorms, Central Park was filled with families and kids sledding down hills, throwing snowballs, building snowmen, and letting their dogs frolic in the freshness.