David J Laughlin

#OTD in 1609, St. Ignatius was beatified by Pope Paul V.

Today we celebrate the Fifth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, centred on the theme: “Blessed are those who have not lost hope.” Let us look to grandparents and the elderly as witnesses of hope, capable of showing the path for new generations. Let us not leave them…

15th year of a Round for Brian. Remembering Brian Euston ‘05 and supporting St Peter’s and Rockhurst. Thanks to Kathy and Kevin for having Fr Kramer, SJ and I come lead prayer. Some famous people were in the group if you look closely! AMDG

Eleven Hawklets continue their great work in Tijuana, Mexico!

Another week, another group of Hawklets working as One in Christ, For Others! Here’s a group serving this week in Mexico…..and maybe getting ready for the World Cup as well. ⚽️AMDG

Another week, another group of Hawklets working as One in Christ, For Others! Here’s a group serving this week in Mexico. More fun photos coming. AMDG

Beginning on July 27, join the Office of Ignatian Spirituality’s Ministerio Hispano Ignaciano leading up to the Feast of St. Ignatius on July 31 as they share different Ignatian videos in Spanish each day and highlight programming for the upcoming year. ministeriohispanoignaciano.org/celebracion-fi…

Rockhurst High School is excited to announce Coach Luke Denney as its new Wrestling Head Coach! Rock State! Read more ⬇️⬇️

#OTD in 1535, St. Peter Faber, SJ, one of the first companions of St. Ignatius, said his first Mass in Paris on the feast of St. Mary Magdalene; he was the first of the companions to be ordained a priest. ow.ly/j10p50PiP5V

Two Volleyball Hawklets were selected to play in yesterday's Missouri HS Volleyball All-Star Match in Columbia! (L) Mason Kastel '25 and (R) Will Campbell '25, both All-State players, were part of the winning Gold Team. HC Mike Sullivan '84 was there cheering them on. Rock State!

#OTD in 1773, Pope Clement XIV issued an order suppressing the Society of Jesus. At the time of their suppression, #Jesuits operated nearly 700 colleges and 200 seminaries. The Society was restored by Pope Pius VII in 1814. Learn more: ow.ly/uw9F50WsAV4

Pope Leo urging us to prioritize our relationship with God, and to make time for silence, prayer, and meditation on the Scriptures. Our responsibilities and duties will be better off for it.

This evening, 56 years after the Apollo 11 moon landing, I spoke with the astronaut Buzz Aldrin. Together we shared the memory of a historic feat, a testimony to human ingenuity, and we reflected on the mystery and greatness of Creation.

#OTD in 1944, a failed plot to kill Hitler led to arrest of #Jesuit Father Alfred Delp, who was later executed for his resistance to the Nazis. ow.ly/Im8050SGjQ5

Tragic news continues to arrive in these days from the Middle East, especially from Gaza. I express my profound sadness regarding last Thursday’s attack by the Israeli army on the Catholic Parish of the Holy Family in Gaza City, which as you know killed three Christians and…

National Natural Family Planning Awareness Week begins today. This year’s theme is Pursue a lasting love … MARRIAGE Create hope for the future! Natural Family Planning supports God’s gifts of love and life in marriage Pope Francis has called the faithful to become pilgrims…

Fenway to the subway, the AMDG Hawklets are headed back to KC after a great week to start their program. Much more to come in the year ahead! AMDG

A really goon man! Congrats Fr Altilia, SJ! AMDG

AMDG Hawklets at Boston College: Today includes a local pizzeria, lobster dinner, art creation and getting ready to wrap up week. AMDG

Through a partnership with the new AMDG Program at Boston College, 10 Rockhurst students (led by Mr. Matt Nickson and Mr. Anthony Re, Rockhurst's selected Ambassadors) are attending the first phase of this inaugural year-long program of faith exploration and service. (1/3)