Coffee, Jesuits, and Justice: A Cooperative Model Addresses Root Causes of Migration

18 years ago, a community of small-holder indigenous coffee farmers in Chiapas, Mexico approached the Jesuits for assistance to end forced migration from the region. Today, the resulting cooperative is transforming their community and bringing a powerful, tangible opportunity for support of a successful justice initiative to the U.S.
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Fr. James Martin and Sr. Norma Pimentel to be Honored at Ignite: A Celebration of Justice

Commemorating fifteen years as an organization promoting a faith that does justice, the Ignatian Solidarity Network announces the first annual Ignite: A Celebration of Justice to be held on May 21, 2019, in New York City. Honorees will include Fr. James Martin, S.J., and Sr. Norma Pimentel, M.J.

Pope Francis Center Responds to Extreme Winter Weather in Detroit

The Pope Francis Center in Detroit, Michigan, a ministry of the Midwest Jesuit province, responded to needs of those experiencing homelessness during the extreme “polar vortex” temperatures in the city.