November 3-5, 2018
Washington, D.C.
Be part of the largest annual Catholic social justice gathering
in the United States.
The Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice (IFTJ) is an annual gathering for members of the Ignatian family (Jesuit institutions and larger church) to come together in the context of social justice and solidarity to learn, reflect, pray, network, and advocate together. It is a place where people are empowered, re-energized, inspired, challenged, and supported by a community that sees faith and justice integrally linked.
Now in its 21st year, the IFTJ has a rich history rooted in honoring the Jesuits and their companions who were martyred in El Salvador in 1989.
Our call at IFTJ 2018 is to journey to the intersections as disciples and allies, as listeners and advocates. We are brought together in courage and companionship so that we may respond to Pope Francis’s invitation to, “try to listen and be silent in order to make space for the beauty of God.” We will make space for pain and healing; and we will move forward with momentum towards the justice, beauty, and hope necessary to overcome oppression in all its forms.
As we meet at the intersections, we remember Pope Francis’s compelling advice: “This is important: to get to know people, listen, expand the circle of ideas. The world is crisscrossed by roads that come together and move apart, but the important thing is that they lead towards the Good.” May we journey together towards the Good.
Please Note: In order to allow a broader range of institutions and individuals to attend the IFTJ, we have established the following delegation caps:
College Delegations
College | ISN Member | No Cap
College | Non-Member | 15 People
Parish Delegations
Parish | ISN Member | 15 People
Parish | Non-Member | 8 People
High School Delegations
High School | ISN Member or Cristo Rey School ( 800+ School Population) | 20 People
High School | ISN Member or Cristo Rey School ( Less Than 800 School Population) | 15 People
High School | Non-Member | 8 People
SOLD OUT
Please contact Kim Miller at kmiller@ignatiansolidarity.net to be placed on the waiting list or learn more about how to host an IFTJ watch party or sign up for the free livestream.
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pre-session and networking opportunities, advocacy updates, and personal/group preparation tips.
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