Ignatius Loyola used the phrase "to help people" again and again to describe what motivated him and was to motivate the Society. By this phrase, the first Jesuits meant helping the whole person, not merely the "spiritual" aspects of the person’s life. The Jesuit “way of proceeding” is based on a broad-minded spirituality that seeks to find God in all things, in all peoples, and in all environments.

Mount Manresa accepts the challenge to show…how by God’s grace there can be…a community among human beings which is based on sharing rather than on greed; on willing openness to all persons rather than on seeking after the privileges of caste or class or race; on service rather than on domination and exploitation.

We proclaim Jesus Christ and accept the challenge to help people and to proclaim this hope as we meet people where they are and lead them to the God who loves them.

Fr. Mitchell Pacwa, S.J.“THE FACE OF GOD” Retreat (August 7-9, 2009) See our flyer for details.

Men's Autumn Weekend Retreat (September 18-20, 2009) See our flyer for details.

Friday Family Film brings parents and children together through entertainment. What a wonderful way forparents to get in touch with their children and vice versa. Bring the whole family! See our flyer for details.

Father Edward Quinnan’s parting gift to Mount Manresa is an agreement with the Daughters of St. Paul to open the Pauline Books and Media Shop at Xavier Chapel. In addition to religious and inspirational adult and children’s books and videos, a variety of articles will be available including seasonal and year-round gifts. See our flyer for details.

Mount Manresa bids farewell to Fr. Edward Quinnan and searches for a new director. See our flyer for details.

Take time to stroll to the Grotto, spend time in the meditation garden, come prepared for the talent show and spend a relaxing weekend with supportive friends-old and new. See our flyer for details.

Our popular film series Faith in the Dark returns with a new season of films in September, 2009. This year the film will highlight the Year of the Priest with films that focus on a variety of depictions of the role of priests in the history of the Catholic Church. See our flyer for details.

Our popular web lecture series which makes use of the resources of the Boston College Church Women Want series returns in September. This series provides opportunities for participants to learn more about the history of women in the Catholic Church, to share women's stories of the integration of their faith with the fullness of their lives, and to cultivate mentoring relationships among women of faith. See our flyer for details.

Enjoy viewing moments from Mount Manresa's history of retreats offered for the laity on Youtube.

Take a moment to watch fascinating film of some of the long line of retreatants who have graced Mount Manresa throughout its history: [View Video]

The People's Prelate makes a wonderful first impression at Manresa. [Read Article]
Archbishop Dolan's visit to Manresa. [View Video]
NY1 Coverage of the Archbishop's visit. [View Video]
Photos from Archbishop Dolan's visit: [View Photos]

The Board of Directors of Mt. Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, Staten Island, has initiated the search for a new Executive Director.
Here are a job description; a letter from Mr. Richard Nolan, Board Chairman; and a letter from Fr. Ed Quinnan, SJ, the current Director.

Are you looking for something special to read during this lenten season. Take a look at three recent spiritual autobiographies that describe a spiritual search that is "ever ancient, ever new." See our flyer for details.

Dan Staehs, Mount Manresa's Facilities Manager, directs a mentoring program that teaches young people the ins and outs of home care and repair. See them in action...

CNN coverage of one of the children currently in residence at Mt. Manresa Jesuit Retreat House. More Information.

Let Fr. James Martin, SJ, bestselling author of My Life with the Saints, introduce you to some of his favorite saints in a new DVD that combines insightful commentary along with dramatic photos and historical artwork that bring their stories to life. Discover what each of these remarkable men and women can teach you about yourself. Learn more about the DVD from Fr. Martin... [View Video]

Hear more from Father Martin and about the Jesuits and Ignatian spirituality at our Media Center...

There are a host of opportunities for spiritual growth to be found at Mount Manresa in the first half of this new year. Why not make a New Year's resolution to treat yourself to some of those mentioned here? See our flyer for details.

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Check out our media center and find links to Jesuits on Youtube! More.

There have been a number of new books describing the various aspects of Jesuit life, history and ministry. Here is an interesting sampling of the most noteworthy titles.

The past year has seen the appearance of a number of worthwhile books about the riches of Ignatian spirituality. See the attached flyer for an introduction to some of these riches.

Mount Manresa is pleased to welcome friends-old and new-to join our new developed Facebook web page. Take a moment to check out the page "Mount Manresa" on Facebook and list us among your friends.

See our menu of youth offerings for 2008-2009. Remember that we will meet with you to design a program that meets your unique needs! See our flyer for details.

Among our new programs intended to support the mission of local parishes are:

Parish Days/Evening of Reflection for Advent and Lent

Ignatian Prayer in the Parish

See our flyer for details.

Below you will find a glossary of terms used in Ignatian and Jesuit circles.
See our flyer for details.