In a previous post, we wondered whether LMU would do anything to recognize the Year of Mercy proclaimed by Pope Francis.  We are happy to report that they have organized a series of lectures to be given by Jesuit Bishop Gordon Bennett, the Peter Faber, S.J. Fellow in Pastoral Theology and Ignatian Spirituality at LMU.

We are delighted that the wise and much loved Bishop Bennett is giving these lectures, and we hope that many students, faculty, and staff are able to attend.  Well done LMU, and thank you Bishop Bennett!

A positive development on campus is that November has become Ignatian Heritage Month at LMU. Students had a chance to view the inspiring movie The Mission starring Robert De Niro, to learn how to practice the Ignatian Examen, and to see beautiful images on banners throughout campus celebrating the insights of St. Ignatius.  Ignatian Heritage Month is a welcome element of renewal at LMU. Kudos to all the good people who made this happen.