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Last Sunday, 7 June 2026, on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, thirteen Jesuit scholastics from the community of San Saba (Rome) were conferred the Ministry of Acolyte. Of these thirteen, four belong to the Euro-Mediterranean Province.

Have you ever wondered how this special place came to be? Here's a peek into the story of Mount St Joseph retreat house in Mosta, paying tribute to all the Jesuit Fathers and Brothers who physically built the House, and the generous benefactors and others who made it all happen.

Did you know that the Jesuits in Malta have special collections of archival documents and printed publications that keep alive the memory and legacy of Jesuits in Malta? This unit is presently housed at Loyola House in Naxxar.

Though many associate Mount St Joseph with retreats, the house is also on another mission... to care for our Common Home by embracing our mission in the field of ecology. Ringing beautiful birds with Birdlife Malta, conserving habitats for the Maltese honey bee, planting trees and inviting people to participate in the care of the garden's flora and fauna, all this and more is unfolding in its gardens.

The St Aloysius College Church has become a vibrant centre of international faith, welcoming Kerala Christian communities for their regular Holy Qurbana and enriching its English liturgies through the participation of an international choir led by Filipino members of Couples for Christ.

Activities and support services at the Jesuit-run paulo Freire Institute in Żejtun never cease. Read about our latest book launch, widows' support group and crafts sessions for women, and get updated on our upcoming events.

Every month the Pope's prayer intentions video, a global initiative followed by millions of people, is circulated. In Malta, besides circulating the English version, we work on its translation into Maltese together with the Digital Presence Office of the diocese.

Most people see running as an escape – a way to sweat out the stress of the day or shave minutes off a personal best. But for those who have ever "hit the wall" or felt the inexplicable grace of a "runner’s high," running is less an escape and more an encounter. It is a physical dialogue with the Divine.

As departure dates draw nearer, anticipation continues to grow. The months of preparation have already been a valuable part of the experience, fostering commitment, generosity and a deeper awareness of the realities faced by others. The students now look forward to sharing their time, energy and talents in service, while remaining open to the many lessons and encounters that these summer experiences will undoubtedly bring.

One child dies or disappears every day attempting to cross the central Mediterranean. JRS Malta reaffirms our commitment to protecting children across Europe.