St. Ignatius of Loyola

St. Ignatius of Loyola, a Spaniard born from Azpeitia on October 23, 1491, was once a man of the world. He chased after the wildest dreams, basked in lauds of pomp and glory, and went out with all the beautiful women. And yet, on a fateful day in Pamplona, a cannonball became the catalyst for events that would lead to his ultimate conversion — to become a soldier, not just for and of the world, but for and of God.

With his rich experiences, St. Ignatius founded the La Compania de Jesus — a group of men dedicated to bringing people of different facets closer to God. The group, which we now call The Society of Jesus, flourished on for years, and its legacy of excellence and service continues.

The Jesuits believe that the purpose of education is a preparation for everlasting life. As priests and premier educators, they intimately involve themselves in the formation of young souls. Dedicated lay men and women have generously joined them in this noble mission. Their framework for education was not only limited to academics. Holistic education has become the Jesuits’ hallmark. (Jan Joseph Bustamante | Earl Ian S. Uy)

Prayers of St. Ignatius
Take, O Lord, and receive my entire liberty, my memory, my understanding and my whole will. All that I am and all that I possess You have given me: I surrender it all to You to be disposed of according to Your will. Give me only Your love and Your grace; with these I will be rich enough, and will desire nothing more. Amen.

Grant, O Lord, that my heart may neither desire nor seek anything but what is necessary for the fulfillment of Thy holy Will. May health or sickness, riches or poverty, honors or contempt, humiliations, leave my soul in that state of perfect detachment to which I desire to attain for Thy greater honor and Thy greater glory. Amen.

O my God, teach me to be generous:
to serve you as you deserve to be served;
to give without counting the cost;
to fight without fear of being wounded;
to work without seeking rest;
and to spend myself without expecting any reward,
but the knowledge that I am doing your holy will.