Jesuit Refugee Service

  • Refugees: A spirit of welcome is the antidote to anxiety

    Thomas H. Smolich, S.J. is the International Director of Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS). On 27 August 2017 he recently gave a powerful talk to 200 people for the launch of the Diocese of Parramatta initiative, “Walking with Refugees and People Seeking Protection”. Below is the transcript and video of his...
  • News & Events Weekly Update

    Xt3 Advent Calendar This year’s Xt3 free Advent Calendar looks at the Nativity scene through the eyes of a child and features artworks by students in Years 5 and 6 from Sydney schools and surrounding areas. Amidst the artworks, the app contains reflective weekly videos highlighting words of love...
  • With courage let us all combine in conversation

    On 3 May, the NSW Association of Pastors, Pastoral Associates and Parish Workers (NAPPA) held the ‘For Mercy’s Sake!’ conference to continue the conversation with those who have come across the seas. Assisting in the coordination of the conference and heading the Asylum Seeker Refugee Network of the Diocese...