Past Events
Work in Progress: Faith, Work, and Vocation
Loyola University Chicago’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies, in partnership with the Midwest Jesuits’ Jesuit Friends & Alumni Network, hosted a conversation between President Mark C. Reed and Fr. James Martin, SJ, bestselling author and Jesuit priest. Inspired by Fr. Martin’s book, Work in Progress: Confessions of a Busboy, Dishwasher, Caddy, Usher, Factory Worker, Bank Teller, Corporate Tool, and Priest, the discussion explored themes of faith, vocation, and service. Attendees also had the opportunity to purchase copies of the book and have them signed by Fr. Martin.
Networking Happy Hour
On Tuesday, July 28, alumni and friends of Jesuit institutions gathered at The Bad Apple in Lincoln Park for an evening of conversation, community, and Ignatian spirit.
Networking Happy Hour
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, Jesuit Friends and Alumni gathered at Gibson’s Italia in Chicago for a networking reception featuring special remarks from Midwest Jesuit Provincial Very Rev. Karl Kiser, with the opportunity to meet and connect with Chicago area Jesuits and Jesuit alumni.
Relearning Belonging: Finding God in Each Other
On Thursday, July 25, 2024, the Ignatian Volunteer Corps-Chicago in celebrating the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola gathered for a Morning of Reflection with Fr. Paddy Gilger, SJ.
A Jesuit Walks Into a Bar…Sit-Down Comedy with Fr. Jake Martin, SJ, with cohost Br. Matt Wooters, SJ
On June 1, 2022, Fr. Jake and Br. Matt appeared at The Second City before a sold-out crowd.
The Desire to Serve
On July 29, 2021, the Ignatian Volunteer Corps Chicago hosted for a Morning of Reflection celebrating the Feast Day of St. Ignatius of Loyola with presenter Fr. Richard Baumann, SJ.
The Search for God and Guinness: An Irish evening with Fr. Ryan Duns, SJ
On March 5, 2020, Fr. Ryan Duns, SJ, entertained Jesuit friends and alumni with stories and music, including his famed Irish tin whistle.
Jesuit Alumni Mass
On October 19, 2019, Jesuit friends and alumni gathered together for Mass at Holy Family Church. The Mass was one of dozens held in over 28 cities across the country as part of Jesuit Alumni Weekend, celebrated annually on or around the Feast of the North American Jesuit Martyrs. A reception was held at the Alumni Lounge at Saint Ignatius College Prep.
My Jesuit Journey: An Evening with Porter Moser
On September 25, 2019, Jesuit friends and alumni gathered at Theater on the Lake to network and hear a talk by Porter Moser, head men’s basketball coach at Loyola University Chicago.
