Rev. Dominic Mutunga, SJ, Rev. Paul Mutie, SJ & Rev. Nahum Osman, SJ were ordained priests at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, Kangemi, by Bishop David Kamau. Missioned to serve as Companions of Jesus — for faith, justice & reconciliation. AMDG | #Jesuits #Ordination #MenForOthers

We joyfully celebrate our newly vowed Jesuits—Baluze John Paul SJ, Mhelela Kelvin Sadik SJ & Were Simon Peter SJ—who professed First Vows on July 22, 2025, at Loyola House, Nairobi. Sent forth in the spirit of St. Mary Magdalene, they now walk in mission. AMDG!

JULY 25 - Feast of St. James the Apostle Today we celebrate St. James the Apostle, a man of courage, faith, and missionary zeal. May his witness inspire us to follow Christ with boldness and love. May we, like him, answer the call to follow Christ wherever it leads.

The Jesuit Development Office was honored to host Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) Nairobi for a fruitful meeting on collaboration & mission-driven innovation. 🤝 Joint merchandise sales 🎓 SNHU internships 📚 BUILD training 🌾 Smart agriculture ♻️ Waste solutions

Today, we laid to rest Fr. Richard D’Souza, SJ, at Mwangaza Jesuit Spirituality Centre. A Jesuit for 51 years and priest for 40, he served with humility & zeal across Eastern Africa & beyond. We give thanks for a life lived fully for God’s glory. #JesuitsEA #AdMajoremDeiGloriam

The Jesuit Development Office kicked off a 4-day strategic workshop in Kitale with IJI & World of Work. Day 1: WOW Centre tour & meeting with Misean Cara’s Paul Gichuki. Next: 🔹 Reimagining JDO 🔹 GLOW & peer-to-peer research 🔹 Digital fundraising 🔹 SSD visit planning

"These alone, Oh Lord, are enough!" We give thanks for Fr. Peter Otieno, SJ (1969-2025), who entered eternal rest on July 21. A Jesuit for 30 yrs, priest for 20, he was buried in Chennai on July 28. Memorial Mass: July 31 @ Loyola Jesuit Community, Nairobi (10AM) #AMDG

July 31 | Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola From wounded soldier to founder of the Jesuits, Ignatius’ journey reshaped the Church. In E. Africa, we continue his mission - serving the young, promoting justice & seeking God in all things. Ad majorem Dei gloriam. #StIgnatiusDay

Packing light can be hard. Will Hayes, SJ reflects how Christians are invited to put their trust more in Christ than things. Based on the readings for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Day 1 of the BUILD II Training on SMART Project Management kicked off at Donum Dei, Karen with Cornel Ogutu leading a powerful session on crafting compelling proposals & aligning with donor/stakeholder expectations. Thanks to Misean Cara for partnering with us! #BUILDII2025

Day 2 of the #BUILDII SMART Project Mgmt workshop was a deep dive into AI-led innovation! Br. Elias Mokua, SJ & the LCMC team guided sessions on using AI for communication, safeguarding, research, presentations & more, empowering dev't leaders for the digital age.

The final day wrapped with insights on sustainability from Sr. Georgette (Roussel Donum Dei), and sessions on fundraising & revenue streams led by Tim Flynn (WOW). Participants shared project experiences & received certificates. Next training: Sept 1–3, 2025. #JDO #MiseanCara

Our routines and rituals reveal what is most important to us. Kevin Lee, SJ reflects how starting our day off right can lead us closer to God. Based on the readings for the 19th Sunday of Ordinary Time.

O Mary, Mother of God, intercede for us. May our lives be marked by humility, faith & love as we follow your example. Pray for our families & communities. Grant us courage, joy & peace. #AssumptionOfMary #CatholicFaith

Mothers show the way for their children. Greg Okumu, SJ reflects how this feast invites Christians to view Mary as our guide to heaven. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

AOR Jesuit Development Office staff took part in safeguarding training led by Fr. Silas Kemboi SJ, covering policies on PSEAH, child & vulnerable adult protection, workplace respect the 4Rs; Recognize, Respond, Report, Record - reinforcing our commitment to safety & dignity.

Jesus’ teaching that He has come to set the world on fire might confuse us. But Jose Oros, SJ reflects how, like a forest, a controlled burn can lead to new life. Based on the readings for the 20th Sunday of Ordinary Time.

August 18 | Saint Alberto Hurtado, SJ (1901–1952) Chilean Jesuit, lawyer & tireless advocate for the poor. Founder of El Hogar de Cristo, ASICH & Mensaje. Canonised in 2005, his question still guides us: “What would Christ do in my place?” #StAlbertoHurtado