On May 7, 2026, the latest updates from the Jesuits in Canada and the United States have been announced.
Jesuit Appointed Bishop of Honolulu
Pope Leo XIV has selected Fr. Michael Castori, SJ to be the next bishop of the Diocese of Honolulu, taking over from Bishop Larry Silva, who has been in the position since 2005. Fr. Castori currently serves as the rector of the Arrupe Jesuit Residence at Seattle University. His extensive experience includes roles in campus ministry and as a theology professor at Santa Clara University, chaplain at San Quentin State Prison, and associate pastor at All Saints Catholic Church.
Diaconate Ordinations
Fourteen Jesuits were ordained as deacons on April 7, 2026, in Rome and Paris. Two Jesuits, Jean Hervé Delphonse, SJ, and Taylor Fulkerson, SJ, were ordained in Rome, while three others were ordained in France. This signifies a significant milestone for the Jesuits in Canada and the United States.
Jesuits in U.S. and Canada Call for Peace
During a period of escalating global conflicts, the major Jesuit superiors of Canada and the United States are appealing for peace. The special letter titled “Blessed Are the Peacemakers” was released on April 23, 2026, urging Jesuit members to actively seek peace.
Jesuit Named President of Marquette University High School
Fr. Daniel Kennedy, SJ, has been appointed as the 12th president of Marquette University High School in Milwaukee, effective from July 1, 2026. His extensive background in Jesuit education positions him well to lead the school into the future.
[Context: Jesuit appointments, ordinations, and calls for peace highlight the diverse and impactful work of the Jesuits in North America. The community continues to inspire through leadership and service in various fields.]
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