Fr. Ari Dy, SJ, the University President, celebrated the Thanksgiving Mass for the 86th Founding Anniversary of Ateneo de Naga University Junior High School. During the celebration, Fr. Ari also blessed the incoming Ateneo de Naga Student Government Officers (ANSGO) and moderators, as well as the newly appointed Faculty and Staff Officers.

On 3 June 2026, Sacred Heart School – Ateneo de Cebu commenced its Summer In-Service Program (SIP) for administrators, faculty, and staff. As the opening session of the program, Fr Gabriel Lamug-Nañawa, SJ was invited to facilitate a reflection on integral ecology and ecological conversion, supporting the school's continuing efforts to deepen its commitment to the Jesuit mission of reconciliation with God and creation. Using the statue Ignatius the Pilgrim as the guiding framework for his presentation, Fr. Gabby invited participants to reflect on the "winds" that challenge and shape us, the "hands" that care for our neighbors and our common home, and the "feet" that move us toward hopeful and transformative action. The session resonated with participants, offering both a spiritual and practical lens for understanding ecological responsibility. Faculty and staff were invited to see ecological conversion not simply as an environmental concern, but as a way of living that calls for deeper awareness, discernment, and care for all of God's creation. The reflection set a meaningful tone for the SIP, encouraging participants to consider how their personal and professional lives can contribute to the work of ecological conversion and action.

𝗜𝗡 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 | 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗘: 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗙𝗧 𝗕𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗡𝗦 A new chapter began as incoming Grade 11 Ateneans gathered for the opening day of SHIFT 2026, a two-day transition program designed to welcome students into Senior High School and prepare them for the journey ahead. The day opened with the SHIFT Orientation, where students were introduced to the culture, expectations, and opportunities that define the Senior High School experience. More than a presentation of policies and programs, the session served as an invitation for students to begin imagining the kind of learners, leaders, and companions they hope to become in the years ahead. One of the highlights of the morning was a couch talk featuring invited Grade 12 students and alumni Josh Lapitan, Regina Alfaro, and Sarah Babalo. Through stories drawn from their own experiences, they offered practical advice, honest reflections, and words of encouragement to the incoming batch. Their insights gave students a glimpse of life beyond the classroom and the many ways they can grow, contribute, and thrive during their time in Senior High School. The afternoon was dedicated to our transferee students through a Kumustahan session and campus tour. As they begin a new chapter in an unfamiliar environment, the activity provided an opportunity to meet fellow students, ask questions, share experiences, and become acquainted with the spaces that will soon become part of their daily lives. More importantly, it offered a warm welcome into the Ateneo community and the assurance that they do not have to navigate this transition alone. As the first day of SHIFT 2026 came to a close, students left with more than information about schedules, classrooms, and academic requirements. They carried with them new connections, fresh perspectives, and a growing sense of belonging. With the spirit of Facite as their guide, they now take their first steps into Senior High School ready to learn, engage, and make the most of the opportunities that lie ahead. 𝘼𝙙 𝙈𝙖𝙟𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙢 𝘿𝙚𝙞 𝙂𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙢

Jesuit Communications and Jesuit Music Ministry present BAYAN UMAWIT Ignatian MusicFest 2026 This July 4, Bukas Palad Music Ministry (40 years), Hangad (35 years), and Himig Heswita (45 years) come together on one stage, with special guest: The CompanY at New Frontier, Araneta City. Be part of a once-in-a-generation event, with that have accompanied Filipino Catholics for decades. Tickets will be available soon. Stay tuned!

What is God calling you to become? Join us for a evening of reflection, conversation, and discernment as we seek to recognize God’s movements in our lives and discover where He may be leading us. Whether you are simply curious, asking deeper questions, or actively discerning your path, this seminar offers a space to listen more attentively to the voice of the Lord. 📅 June 10, 2026 ⏰ 7:45 PM to 9:00 PM 📍 Via Zoom. Link will be sent upon registration Come with your questions, your hopes, and your openness to God’s call. For every vocation begins with a heart willing to listen. Register here: bit.ly/JoinTheJesuits #JoinTheJesuits #jointhejesuits