Ismael Matambura - AJAN

Expérience la plus enrichissante par Edgard Bitawa, Club AHAPPY-Jeunes Responsable, Collège Alfajiri, République démocratique du Congo

“Serving as President of Club AHAPPY-JEUNES Responsable at Collège Alfajiri during the 2025–2026 academic year was far more than an honorary position; it was a true vocation in service of youth. This experience was marked by defining moments that shaped my character. I first think of the meticulous preparation for

Célébration des diplômées du Programme de spiritualité psycho-ignatienne à la prison pour femmes de Lang’ata : une mission partagée entre AJAN et Hekima University College

The afternoon of Tuesday, 31st March 2026, marked a memorable and hope-filled moment for the inmates and staff of Lang’ata Women’s Prison in Nairobi, Kenya. They gathered to celebrate the culmination of the Psycho-Ignatian Spirituality Programme, a pioneering initiative led by scholastics from Hekima University College in collaboration with the

Moments d’inspiration pour le Club AHAPPY-JEUNES Responsable, alors que le Directeur de AJAN visite le Collège Alfajiri, R.D. Congo

The AJAN AHAPPY Club at Collège Alfajiri had the honour of welcoming Fr. Ismaël Matambura, AJAN Director, for a special meeting themed “Others and Me.” This gathering offered a profound opportunity for club members and guests to share and reflect on an inspiring message. Fr. Ismaël conveyed vital insights about

« Recevez cette lumière » ; une messe d’envoi à la prison pour femmes de Lang’ata, Kenya

On the afternoon of Tuesday, 31 March 2026, something quietly extraordinary unfolded behind the walls of Lang’ata Women’s Prison. What began months earlier as a formation program—modest in its ambitions yet bold in its convictions—reached its culmination in a deeply moving Mass of Commissioning. The occasion marked the conclusion of

Réflexion pour le Dimanche de Pâques 2026

“May the light of the Resurrection renew our love for Christ, who opened for us the path to new life.” First Reading: Acts 10:34a, 37-43 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23 Second Reading: Colossians 3:1-4 or 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8 Gospel Acclamation: 1 Corinthians 5:7b-8a Gospel: John 20:1-9 This Easter Sunday

Réflexion sur les lectures bibliques du Samedi Saint (4 avril 2025) ; La Résurrection du Christ comme un nouveau commencement pour nos vies.

First Reading: Genesis 1:1–2:2 or 1:1, 26-31a Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104: 1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 13-14, 24, 35 or 33:4-5, 6-7, 12-13, 20 and 22 Second Reading: Romans 6:3-11 Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, Alleluia Gospel: Matthew 28:1-10 Holy Saturday Reflection is by Antoine PHAKA, S.J. Collège Alfajiri, D.R Congo. Dear brothers

Réflexion du Vendredi Saint ; La souffrance triomphante

First Reading: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 31: 2, 6, 12-13, 15-16, 17, 25 Second Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9 Gospel Acclamation: Philippians 2:8-9 Gospel: John 18:1–19: 42 Good Friday Reflection is by SHAYO WILLIAM, SJ., Radio Kwizera, Tanzania. When we enter these days of contemplating the mysteries of our faith,

Le Mystère Pascal : Redécouvrir la véritable signification du Jeudi Saint

First Reading: Exodus 12:1-8, 11-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 116: 12-13, 15-16bc, 17-18 Second Reading: First Corinthians 11: 23-26 Gospel Acclamation: John 13:34 Gospel: John 13:1-15 Holy Thursday Reflection is by Fr. Cornelius Apili, SJ., Priest-in-Charge of the St. John Paul II Quasi-Parish in Grafton, Freetown, Sierra Leone. There is a sense

Voyage de Carême de la Miséricorde : Des étudiants catholiques visitent la prison de haute sécurité de Chikurubi, Zimbabwe

On Saturday, 28 March 2026, Catholic students from higher tertiary institutions under the Jesuit Youth Ministry concluded their Lenten program with a profound act of mercy – a visit to Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison. More than an outreach, the encounter became a living expression of Lent’s call to compassion, solidarity,

Réflexion pour le Dimanche des Rameaux, 29 mars 2026 ; La Passion du Christ

First Reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18a, 19-20, 23-24; Second Reading: Philippians 2:6-11; Gospel Acclamation: Philippians 2;8b-9 Gospel: Matthew 26:14- 27:66 Today’s Reflection is by Fr. Eugène Goussikindey, SJ., Director, Centre de Recherche d’Étude et de Créativité (CREC), Bénin. The celebration of Palm Sunday and of the Passion

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