Our thinking Archives - Jesuit Social Services

Leaving a legacy of forgiveness
- 23 September 2026
After nearly 50 years of giving to Jesuit Social Services, 83-year-old Joseph is leaving a gift in his Will to keep supporting young people who have offended — a decision rooted in his belief in forgiveness and second chances.
Helen’s legacy will ensure her values live on
- 23 September 2026
After decades of support, Helen has chosen to leave a gift in her Will to Jesuit Social Services—ensuring the Christian values of care and compassion that have guided her life continue to make a difference for generations to come.
Honouring John’s legacy in “the best possible way”
- 23 September 2026
After more than two decades supporting Jesuit Social Services, Susan and her late husband John chose to leave gifts in their Wills. Susan reflects on honouring John's legacy, their shared belief that "we're all God's children," and how a final act of generosity can carry your values forward.
The Feast of St Ignatius Loyola 2026
- 29 July 2026
In this piece, Andy Hamilton SJ delves into the rich history of the Feast of St Ignatius Loyola.
NAIDOC Week 2026
- 3 July 2026
The theme of this year's NAIDOC Week (July 5 - 12), Fifty Years of Deadly, 'encourages us all to build the respectful and decent relationships that engender pride within communities', writes ANDY HAMILTON SJ.
Refugee Week 2026
- 10 June 2026
"The theme of the 2026 Week is A Million Stories. It highlights something more important than numbers. It says that each refugee has a face, a family, and a story to which we should listen," writes ANDY HAMILTON SJ.
National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week
- 22 May 2026
National Sorry Day (May 26) and National Reconciliation Week (May 27 - June 3) remind us that "the debt that Australia owes to the descendants of our first peoples still needs to be paid," reflects ANDY HAMILTON SJ.
Anzac Day 2026
- 23 April 2026
In his most recent reflection, ANDY HAMILTON SJ writes that Anzac Day this year is a poignant reminder to say ‘never again’ to war. "As we grieve loss and give thanks for self-sacrifice on Anzac Day, we should also commit ourselves to a future in which we turn from wars, share burdens, give priority to…
Earth Day 2026
- 23 April 2026
"Our human flourishing depends on recognising both the high value of each human being and the importance of our relationship to one another and to the environment of which we are part," writes ANDY HAMILTON SJ.
Locking up more Territorians is not a plan
- 21 April 2026
If we want safer communities, we need to invest in what actually works: early intervention, housing, mental health care, support for families and evidence-based diversion programs. The government needs to start listening to all Territorians, not just the people who cheer every tough headline.