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50 years ago #OnThisDay, John Ogilvie SJ was canonised by Pope Paul VI, becoming Scotland’s first post-Reformation saint.

Executed in Glasgow in 1615 for his Catholic faith, Ogilvie remains an important figure in the history of the British Jesuits.

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October 17, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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350 years ago, Fr Claude de la Colombière SJ arrived in London.

What can the archives tell us about this Jesuit, best known today as a spiritual director and companion to St Margaret Mary Alacoque?

👉 Discover more: www.jesuitarchives.co.uk/post/st-clau...

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St Claude La Colombière
As this week sees the relics of St Claude La Colombière SJ and St Margaret Mary Alacoque visiting Farm Street Church it seemed appropriate to share what the Archives holds in relation to this Jesuit. Please get in touch if you would like to arrange to view these items.Our Rare Books collection contains 6 volumes of Sermons prêchez devant Son Altesse Roialemadame la duchesse d'York, par le R. P. Claude La Colombiere, de la Compagnie de Jesus. Nouvelle Edition, misse en meilleur francois, which da
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October 13, 2026 at 1:04 PM
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We're sharing this image from the Heythrop Negative Collection for #MotorcycleRideDay 🏍️

Where do you think these #Jesuits were heading to in such a hurry?

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Black and white image of two people sat on a motorbike wearing long coats and helmets. The passenger has a satchel across his body. There is a large building in the background and a group of several men in gowns heading towards it.
October 12, 2026 at 1:30 PM
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🧔 Which of these bearded Jesuits do you think sports the most impressive beard?

Take a look, pick your favourite, and settle the great beard debate! 👇

Cast your vote in the comments!

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September 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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These photos capture a beautifully arranged garden party, where Jesuits gathered with family and friends to enjoy tea and good company.

Did you attend a garden party at Heythrop? We'd love to hear your memories in the comments. 🍰☕🌿

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Black and white image showing a long marquee in an outdoor setting with tables and chairs on the lawn next to it. There are lots of people milling about. Black and white image of a nicely set table with people sat around it including a few younger men in clerical collar and dark suits. Around them are more tables and groups of people mostly middle aged or older. Black and white image inside a marquee tent with a small table covered in cups and saucers and plates and a vase holding some flowers. Four people are sat around this including an older man wearing a dark suit with clerical collar. In the background is a long line of tables covered in long table cloth and stacks of cups and saucers with women standing behind pouring drinks.
July 24, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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📖 Read our latest blog post, where Lucy explores the value of antiquarian book collections for historical investigation, showing how they can complement and deepen archive-based research.

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Southend, Soberton, Sussex: Books in an early Jesuit mission-centre
This blogpost looks at Jesuit missionary activity in England in the 17th and 18th centuries, focussing on books in relation to one small Jesuit mission station at Southend Farm in Soberton, Sussex.
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July 22, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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If only we could catch one of those sailing boats! ⛵ As London bakes in another #heatwave, we're looking back to a Jesuit holiday in Barmouth in the mid-20th century, where the sea breeze must have been a welcome relief.

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Black and white image showing two sailing boats each containing several men in dark suits. Some wearing summer hats and lounging whilst others are at the rudder. One man is standing leaning agains the sail.
July 10, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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📢 New blog post alert! Jamie shares then and now photos of Heythrop College.

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One Hundred Years of Heythrop College: Then vs. Now
The Archives team takes photos comparing Heythrop Hall today with how it looked 100 years ago.
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June 29, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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As sports days are taking place across the UK over the coming weeks, a reminder that Jesuits have also enjoyed a good tug of war, as shown in this image taken at Heythrop College in the 1960s.

Any guesses as to which side won?

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Black and white image showing several men in dark suits pulling on a rope. The front two are just in a white shirt with sleeves rolled up. Two men stand nearby seemingly encouraging the others. Black and white image of a line of men on either end of a rope pulling in the opposite direction.
June 17, 2026 at 11:31 AM
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Tomorrow sees the ordination of Chris Brolly to the priesthood.

As we prepare for this joyful occasion, we share these images from an ordination 60 years ago in 1966.

Please keep Chris in your prayers as he takes this next step in ministry.

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Black and white image showing a line of 7 men in white vestments on top of altar steps. In forefront is a seated congregation. Black and white image of a line of kneeling men with another line of standing men blessing them in front of them.
June 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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Lovely to see one of our images featured in news about the recent publication The Second World War through Jesuit Archives. For any followers who may not yet have seen this book, you can read more here: www.jesuits.global/2026/04/14/j...

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Black and white photo showing young men assisting a nun with carrying out objects. There is a lot of rubble on the ground. The young men are mostly in hats and wearing clerical collars and are carrying statue, crucific and reliquaries.
May 29, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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📢 New blog post alert!

Our volunteer Eleanor explores the life and work of Jesuit astronomer Aloysius Cortie, and highlights the value of 𝘓𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 as a rich source for historical research.

Read more here: www.jesuitarchives.co.uk/post/from-sc...

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From Schoolboy Scholar to Jesuit Astronomer: Father Cortie in Letters and Notices
While digitising Letters and Notices, volunteer Eleanor discovered Fr Aloysius Cortie, a Jesuit priest and astronomer. By tracing his appearances in the publication, this piece follows his development from student to teacher and researcher, highlighting his scientific work, travels, and reflections on religion and science, as well as the value of the publication as a historical source.
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May 27, 2026 at 3:31 PM
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Today the Church celebrates Pentecost 🔥🕊️

Helena Wintour showed great faith when she embroidered this chasuble. Learn more: www.jesuitcollections.org.uk/hot-holy-ladies

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May 24, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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I've been asked to revise this historiographical essay on Jesuit devotional literature, which came out 10 (!) years ago. So, if you know of any new-ish books or articles that I should include, let me know!
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May 19, 2026 at 1:38 PM
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On Monday 25 May, the Jesuits are hosting an Open Day for men considering a Jesuit vocation at their community house in Clapham — a much more intimate setting than this vocation exhibition in Birmingham back in 1967.

Find out more here: www.jesuit.org.uk/events/come-...

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May 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM
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It's May 1876 and it's time for the #Jesuit Inter-Collegiate Competition between Stonyhurst, Mount St Mary's, Beaumont, and St Francis Xavier's. Believe it or not, some boys did achieve full marks.

How would you fare?

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May 4, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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As part of last week’s outing, we loved uncovering #ThenAndNow glimpses of old Heythrop College.

📸historic photos date to c 1926, when the Jesuits first took possession.

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April 30, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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On this day in 1673, Marquette & Joliet set off from St. Ignace to explore the mighty Mississippi! 🌊🛶 Their journey changed history.
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Marquette & Joliet’s Great River Journey | Northern Michigan History
May 17, 1673, Father Marquette and Louis Joliet set out on a great river journey to explore the mighty Mississippi and changed North America
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May 17, 2025 at 10:52 AM