Asian Jesuit Juniorate

The Juniorate is a step in the long line of formation stages of a Jesuit. Normally staged soon after the novitiate, it is a time of preparation for later studies.

The Arrupe Juniorate started as an experimental program for six to seven young Jesuits in June 1999 with the objective of giving them an experience of one Society and the languages and other skills needed for international and cooperative apostolic endeavors. The program consists of three parts: progressive integration into the Society; help in psycho social growth and personal development; and academic learning. Thus there is intensive English for those in need of it, humanities or university courses according to individual needs, and regular input on Jesuit life, Ignatian spirituality and history. All of it emphasizes the experience of living together, developing Jesuit friendships, and growing in the reality of one Society. The Juniors are part of the Arrupe House community under the special care of Fr. Pham Van Ai, SJ (ASL).