2024 Jesuit GALA April 16 Program Book

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The Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award honors those who selflessly give of themselves for the Greater Glory of God. Ignatius continually spoke of the magis — always doing more!

The Jesuits of the USA East Province are privileged to honor

JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS with this esteemed award.

We thank you for creating a hope-filled future for the inner-city

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ohn M. (Jack) Connors, Jr., Boston College ’63, and his wife, Eileen M. Ahearn Connors, Boston College, ’66, MSW ’95, are Eagles through and through.

Jack is founding partner and chairman emeritus of Hill Holliday, one of the largest communications agencies in the United States. His leadership roles at Boston College span five decades, and he remains the Board of Trustees’ longest-serving member, most recently as its chairman for two terms.

Jack is well known in Boston philanthropic life, serving on many boards and leading civic campaigns. Closest to his heart is the founding of Camp Harbor View. When the late Mayor Thomas Menino asked for his help in identifying a safe and enjoyable alternative for inner-city boys and girls during the summer, Jack raised the funds to build Camp Harbor View on Boston Harbor’s Long Island. Today, Camp Harbor View helps more than a thousand Boston teens and their families with year-round programs that inspire creativity, build community, and champion young leaders.

Eileen has served in social work and counseling throughout the more disadvantaged areas of Boston and has been a foster care and adoption advisor in the community. She is the former coordinator of the Women’s Resource Committee for the Boston College Alumni Association and served as a co-chair of the advisory board

at Boston College’s Graduate School of Social Work, as well as on the board of The Children’s Trust. Eileen was honored in 2017 for her work with inner-city youth at the Greater YMCA of Boston. The Sisters of St. Joseph’s also recognized Eileen for her continued outreach and for the “manner in which she does ordinary things in extraordinary ways.”

Eileen’s work has helped establish many progressive and impactful new parent and student focused programs at Boston College, throughout Catholic schools of the Archdiocese, and at the Greater YMCA of Boston.

In 2022, Eileen worked alongside the Gavin Foundation to open the first recovery center in Boston dedicated strictly to women.

This 30-bed facility called “Eileen’s House” consists of women-focused services to support their recovery and prepare them to successfully re-enter society.

Jack and Eileen have four married children and 13 grandchildren. They know how important it is to raise healthy, happy children with a village of support.

Together, Jack and Eileen have broadened the landscape of community-based philanthropy in Boston, enhancing the lives of many and providing a hope-filled future for us all.

It is for these and many other examples of service, that the USA East Province of the Society of Jesus presents to Jack and Eileen Connors the Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award, for the Greater Glory of God.

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Dear F riends, Once again, it is my distinct privilege to welcome you to the 2024 Jesuit GALA. It is an occasion when family and friends, alumni and colleagues in mission gather to celebrate the Jesuits and support our diverse ministries.

This year we have chosen to honor Jack and Eileen Connors. To accompany young people in creating a hope-filled future is one of the USA East Jesuits’ guiding principles. It has also been the reality of Jack and Eileen Connors for decades, with their selfless work with inner-city Boston youth. We are honored to celebrate this journey with you that has a place for everyone.

On behalf of all the Jesuits of the USA East Province, I am delighted to extend our heartfelt gratitude to David and Maureen O'Connor, Susan Martinelli Shea, and Stephen Skinner, who have chaired this evening’s celebration. They have participated in numerous conference calls graciously and generously; they have made countless phone calls asking for your generosity.

As we have said so many times, your gifts better enable us to: • educate and inspire our men in formation; • care for our senior and infirm Jesuits; • support Jesuit missionaries around the world; and • assist Jesuits in their ministries.

As we enjoy the evening and renew acquaintances with friends old and new, please be assured of the love and prayers of the Jesuits. You have a special place in our hearts, in our Masses and in our prayers. God bless you!

Sincerely and gratefully,

Very Rev. Joseph M. O'Keefe, SJ Provincial, USA East Province

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OUR SINCERE GRATITUDE TO THE 2024 GALA CHAIRS David and Maureen O’Connor Susan Martinelli Shea Stephen Skinner

AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO THE JESUIT GALA COMMITTEE Very Rev. Joseph M. O’Keefe, SJ, Provincial

Norman and Helen Boucher Scott and Tracy Brown Chuck and Gloria Clough Leo Corcoran Bill and Jackie Egan John and Cyndy Fish Dan and Dana Fulham Kenneth and Won Giuriceo Bill and Annmarie Kennedy Brian Leary John and Rose Mahoney David and Merritt McGowan Rob and Heather Morrissey Rick and Gina Patterson Travis and Rachel Rhodes Abbie Clavin Rogers Brendan and Kerry Swords Peter and Beth Vanderslice

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“The Church must initiate everyone— priests, religious, and laity—into an ‘art of accompaniment’ which teaches us to remove our sandals before the sacred ground of the other.”

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— Pope Francis

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AND GRATITUDE TO OUR SPECIAL GUEST HOST Rev. Mr. Brendan W. Gottschall, SJ

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rendan Gottschall, SJ, is a Jesuit scholastic of the USA East Province, a transitional deacon, and a student at the BC Clough School of Theology and Ministry. Brendan will be ordained a priest on June 8, 2024, at the Fordham University Church in the Bronx, after which he will serve as the Assistant Director and Promoter of Vocations for the Province. Originally from South Jersey, Brendan entered the Society of Jesus in 2014 and professed first vows in 2016. He has attended Catholic schools for most of his life including an Augustinian preparatory school and Georgetown University, where he met the Jesuits. It was in these schools that Brendan encountered the vowed religious, first Franciscan religious sisters, then Augustinians and Jesuits, all of whom inspired his vocation.

After graduating from Georgetown with a bachelors in economics, with minors in government and Chinese, Brendan worked for two years in economic consulting before entering the Jesuits. During the novitiate, he taught for a semester at Cheverus High School in Portland, ME. His first mission after vows was to study philosophy at Fordham University.

Brendan began his regency in Beijing, China, where he worked for almost a year at the Beijing Center for Chinese Studies. He then taught middle and high school classics, theology, and economics at Loyola Blakefield in Baltimore for two years. For the last three years, Brendan has been working on two degrees: Masters of Divinity and Licentiate in Sacred Theology at the CSTM, where he has had a graced experience of the Church in the community of women and men who study, teach, and work there.

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2024 Jesuit GALA Menu Hors d’oeuvres Vegan Eggplant Caponata Casino Shrimp Zucchini and Quinoa Fritter Cucumber, Honey Whipped Feta, Herb Tomato Dill Ahi Tuna, Seaweed Salad, Wasabi Mayo, Wonton Crisp Lobster and Avocado Toast Bites with Shaved Jalapeno Salad Baby Spinach, Radicchio, Strawberry, Shaved Radish, Toasted Almonds with Sherry Vinaigrette Dinner Char Crusted Filet, Vermont Cheddar Grits, Asparagus, Baby Carrots, Black Garlic Demi Glaze Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free Option: Curried Chickpea Cake, Roasted Garlic & White Bean Puree, Pickled Onions, Seasonal Vegetables and Peppadew Jam Dessert Lemon Meringue Tart with Raspberry Coulis Wine Estancia Pinnacles Ranches Chardonnay, Monterey County, California Clos De Bois Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California

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2024 Jesuit GALA Program The Boston College Common Tones Blessing Fr. Michael Boughton, SJ Rector, Saint Peter Faber Jesuit Community Welcome Special Guest Host: Rev. Mr. Brendan W. Gottschall, SJ and Rev. Mr. Thomas Elitz, SJ Video Remarks Seán Cardinal O’Malley, OFM Cap Archbishop of Boston 2024 GALA Chairs David and Maureen O’Connor Susan Martinelli Shea Stephen Skinner USA East Provincial Remarks Very Rev. Joseph M. O’Keefe, SJ 2024 Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award Tribute Video Presentation of 2024 Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award Very Rev. Joseph M. O’Keefe, SJ 2024 AMDG Honorees Jack and Eileen Connors A Word of Thanks and Closing Prayer Very Rev. Joseph M. O’Keefe, SJ JESUIT GALA 2024 ~ 7

GALA BENEFACTORS

Gesu Society ($200,000+)

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Vanderslice

Mr. and Mrs. Jack Connors

The Yawkey Foundations, Mr. John Harrington

Magis Society ($100,000+) Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Giuriceo Mr. and Mrs. David P. O'Connor Mr. and Mrs. Travis Rhodes

Loyola Society ($10,000+) American Capital Management, Mr. Luke La Valle Mr. James D. Carey

Mr. Stephen Skinner Mr. and Mrs. Brendan J. Swords Fides Society ($50,000+) Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Mastrocola, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James F. Mooney, III Ignatian Society ($25,000+)

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Connolly Mr. Leo J. Corcoran Cummings Foundation, Mr. Bill Cummings Mr. and Mrs. William H. Curley, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Denihan Eversource, Mr. Joseph Nolan

Mr. Steven M. Barry

Mr. and Mrs. John B. Fisher

Mr. and Mrs. D. Scott Brown

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel W. Fulham

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Clough

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Grant

Mr. and Mrs. William P. Egan

Mr. David Griffith

Mr. and Mrs. John Fish, Suffolk Cares

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph L. Hooley

Mr. John Flatley, Flatley Group

Mr. and Mrs. Christopher J. LaCroix

Kraft Group, Mr. Jonathan Kraft

Mr. Thomas Lally

Mr. and Mrs. Jason Krantz

Leerink Partners, Mr. Joseph R. Gentile

Mr. and Mrs. John J. Mahoney, Jr.

Mr. Peter S. Lynch

Mr. and Mrs. William S. Mosakowski

Mr. and Mrs. Shaun Matthews

Mr. and Mrs. John V. Murphy

Mr. and Mrs. William Miller

Mr. Fred Anton Seigel

Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Morrissey

Ms. Susan Martinelli Shea

Mr. Robert Mudge, Ayco

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Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Patterson

St. Cecilia Parish, Fr. John Unni

James M. Stoneman Charitable Fund

Waldorf Risk Solutions, LLC

Mr. Michael D. White

Dr. Tom and Elisa (Gabelli) Wilson

Xavier Society ($5,000+) Mr. and Mrs. Henry F. Barry, Jr.

Non-Profit/ Educational Society ($3,000+)

Boston College, Clough School of Theology and Ministry, Mr. Anthony Russo

Boston College High School, Mrs. Grace Cotter Regan

Boston College, Fr. William Leahy, SJ Mr. Norman Boucher and Dr. Helen Boucher

Archdiocese of Boston

Boston College Jesuit Community, Fr. Claudio Burgaleta, SJ Campaign for Catholic Schools

Mr. and Mrs. C. Michael Daley

Campion Center, Fr. George Collins, SJ

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Driscoll

Catholic Schools Foundation, Mr. Mike Reardon

Emmanuel College, Dr. Beth Ross Hemenway & Barnes, LLP Hinckley Allen, Mr. Mark O'Leary Holland and Knight, Mr. Brian Leary

College of the Holy Cross, Mr. Vincent Rougeau Mrs. Rosemary Dwyer

Mr. Henry Kara

Ignatian Volunteer Corps, Mr. Stephen Eberle

Knights of Columbus, Massachusetts State Council

Fairfield Preparatory School, Mr. Christian Cashman

Dr. and Mrs. Philip J. Landrigan

Fairfield University, Dr. Mark Nemec

Mr. and Mrs. Peter Markell

McQuaid Jesuit, Mr. Peter Rodgers

Mr. William S. McKiernan

Newton Country Day School, Ms. Jessica Hooper

Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Meaney Mr. and Mrs. Jon Rather Mr. and Mrs. Rick Roche Mr. Michael Schelzi Mr. and Mrs. Peter H. Smyth

St. Ignatius Parish Chestnut Hill, MA, Fr. James Erps, SJ Ursuline Academy Xavier High School, NYC, Mr. Jack Raslowsky JESUIT GALA 2024 ~ 9

PREVIOUS AMDG AWARD HONOREES

2023 ~ The Nurses and Staff of Our Healthcare Communities

CAMPION CENTER Weston, MA

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MURRAY-WEIGEL HALL The Bronx, NY

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COLOMBIÈRE JESUIT COMMUNITY Baltimore, MD

2022 ~ John C. Meditz Chairs: Brian Hull, Patti Glassford and Paul Huston

2021 ~ Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Christine Grady

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Philadelphia, PA

2020 ~ John and Kathleen Murphy Chair: Joseph Donahue

2019 ~ 10 High Schools of the USA Northeast Province Chairs: Jack and Rosemary MacKinnon

10 One Mission High Schools

BOSTON COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL CANISIUS HIGH SCHOOL CHEVERUS HIGH SCHOOL FAIRFIELD PREP FORDHAM PREP LOYOLA SCHOOL McQUAID JESUIT REGIS HIGH SCHOOL ST. PETER’S PREP XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL JESUIT GALA 2024 ~ 11

PREVIOUS AMDG AWARD HONOREES

2018 ~ Brendan and Kerry Swords Chairs: Tom Carey, Brian Kelley, Mike Kenny, Jim Ronan

2017 ~ Mary and John Power Chairs: Ann Marie and Dick Connolly

2016 ~ Gloria and Chuck Clough Chairs: Darlene Jordan and Cathy and Sean O’Neil

2015 ~ Seán Cardinal O’Malley, OFM Cap Chairs: Chuck and Gloria Clough Bill and Jackie Egan and Jim and Lisa Mooney

2014 ~ Kathleen M. McGillycuddy Chairs: John and Cyndy Fish

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2013 ~ John and Rose Mahoney Chairs: Bill and Ann Marie Teuber

2012 ~ Nativity Preparatory School of Boston Nativity School of Worcester Chairs: Norm and Helen Boucher, Patrick Hurley and Susan Lysaght Hurley, Tom and Dianne Reilly and Peter and Cathy Smyth

2011 ~ Rev. J. Donald Monan, SJ Rev. John E. Brooks, SJ Rev. Aloysius P. Kelley, SJ Chairs: Joe Berardino, Chuck Clough, Joe Fallon, John Hamill, Tom Martin and Chris Quick

2010 ~ Dick and Ann Marie Connolly Chairs: John and Mary Power

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PREVIOUS AMDG AWARD HONOREES

2009 ~ Joe and Rose Corcoran Chairs: Brian and Valerie Leary

2008 ~ Tom and Lois White Chairs: Frank and Mary Mahoney

2007 ~ Jack and Mary Shaughnessy Chairs: Craig and Nancy Gibson

2006 ~ John and Margarete McNeice Chairs: Dick and Ann Marie Connolly

2004 ~ Peter and Carolyn Lynch Chairs: Bill and Ann Marie Teuber

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2003 ~ Fr. William Neenan, SJ Chairs: John and Mary Margaret Griffin and Jack and Nancy Joyce

2002 ~ Abp. Lawrence Burke, SJ Chairs: John and Rose Mahoney

2001 ~ Avery Cardinal Dulles, SJ Chairs: Jack and Barbara Shaughnessy and Sean and Cathy O’Neil

2000 ~ Br. James McDavitt, SJ

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Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, and my entire will~ all I have and call my own.

You have given all to me.

To You, Lord, I return it.

Everything is Yours; do with it what You will.

Give me only Your love and Your grace, that is enough for me.

— St. Ignatius of Loyola

In LovingMemory FR. JAMES F. KEENAN, SJ Went home to God ~ August 13, 2023 Director of Donor Relations for the USA East Province For more than 65 years as a Jesuit, Fr. Keenan touched the lives of thousands of students, alumni, parents, and friends. Over the last 15 years, Fr. Keenan supported his province first as the assistant for advancement and eventually director of donor relations. In these roles, he helped raise millions of dollars for the Jesuits of the New York, Northeast, and USA East Provinces.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO

Jack and Eileen Connors ON RECEIVING THE

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Bill and Jacalyn Egan and the Egan Family Charitable Foundation

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JOHN AND KATHLEEN MURPHY are thankful to

JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS for their friendship, but more importantly, for the work they have done for so many years on behalf of the sick, the unfortunate, our youths and catholic education.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO

Jack and Eileen Connors FOR RECEIVING THE

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award.

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T H E USA E AST P ROVI NC E

Vocations

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and FORMATION Nurturing vocations and providing powerful formation programs for Jesuits are two of the highest priorities of the USA East Province.

Modern-day Jesuit formation presents novices, brothers and scholastics with a national – and often global – experience of Ignatius’ mission of going everywhere in the world to find Christ by working with and learning from the poor.

Originally envisioned by St. Ignatius, Jesuit formation takes between nine to twelve years to complete and costs over $500,000 per Jesuit.

A key focal point of this process continues to be the Spiritual Exercises, the 30-day retreat that helps Jesuits to see Christ more clearly, to love him more deeply and to follow him more closely.

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Jack and Eileen Connors on receiving the prestigious Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award and for their many years of support to the Jesuits.

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In Gratitude For

JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS and the JESUITS

Norm and Helen Boucher

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SAVE THE DATE!

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Like St. Ignatius, we were waiting for you, Jack and Eileen.

Thank you for all that you have done for the Jesuits and for me.

Your forever grateful friend, Sue

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Education Education has been a cornerstone of the Society of Jesus since 1548, when the first Jesuit school opened in Messina, Sicily. Today, more than 3,700 schools carry on this tradition around the world, including more than 40 in the USA East Province.

Many of these schools were founded so that students in lower-income neighborhoods can receive a free or more affordable Jesuit education. One distinction of Jesuit education at all levels is the emphasis on cura personalis – caring for the whole person in mind, body and spirit.

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Congrats & JACK

EILEEN

You are both amazing role models to us all!

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T H E USA E AST P ROVI NC E

Senior

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JESUITS

In the USA East Province, senior and infirm priests and brothers reside at one of four healthcare centers: Campion Health Center, in Weston, MA., Colombiere Jesuit Community in Baltimore, MD, Manresa Hall in Philadelphia, PA, and Murray-Weigel Hall, in the Bronx, N.Y. These centers offer skilled nursing and assisted living programs, as well as spiritual direction and counseling provided by brother Jesuits, staff members and visitors. The province provides crucial funding for the compassionate care that these men need – expenses that are supported by province benefactors.

Jesuits spend their lives adapting to change and serving the world in many ways. While living in our health care communities, some continue to work in parishes and schools. All actively serve in the ministry of praying for the Church and the Society.

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CAMPAIGN FOR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

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T H E USA E AST P ROVI NC E

PASTORAL

Among their many ministries, Jesuit priests and brothers serve the faithful in parish communities. Jesuits also serve as chaplains in hospitals, prisons and the military, helping all to grow in their faith as companions of Jesus.

Jesuit parishes are Eucharist-centered, spirit-filled places where people choose to form parish community and to experience spiritual growth through life-giving liturgies in a worship space of beauty and reverence. The long history of spiritual leadership from the Society of Jesus challenges these parishes with the Gospel values of love, compassion and social justice.

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Ministries

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Congratulations JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS on receiving the 2024

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award from the USA East Province of Jesuits.

Gloria and Chuck Clough

Ubi Caritas Et Amor Deus Ibi Est Praise and Gratitude to

Eileen and Jack for their extraordinary lives devoted to improving the world for so many.

May God continue to bless their wonderful work.

❦ Rosemary Dwyer

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AD MAJOREM DEI GLORIAM C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S TO

JA CK AND EILEEN CON N ORS who have been honored with the prestigious 2024 AMDG Award.

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Jack an d Ei leen Connor s for all you do for the Boston Catholic Community.

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We are grateful for the work of the USA East Province and proud to support the 2024 Jesuit Gala.

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CONGRATULATIONS to JACK and EILEEN CONNORS

Well-deserved

recognition for all

the great work you both accomplished.

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Spiritual

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and SOCIAL MINISTRIES Jesuits believe that retreats and spiritual direction are key ways to strengthen one’s relationship with God. The Society of Jesus and our partners at parishes, social ministries and apostolates offer a wide range of spiritual renewal programs centered on Ignatian spirituality.

The Office of Ignatian Spirituality (OIS) is an office of the USA East Province of the Society of Jesus committed to partnering with people and ministries to promote Ignatian spirituality for mission. Their ministry operates from Maine to Georgia offering opportunities to experience the graces of the Spiritual

Exercises, to gather Ignatian spiritual directors and practitioners, and to bring together seekers looking to find God through the wisdom of St. Ignatius Loyola.

CONGRATULATIONS TO

JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS With gratitude and appreciation for our Jesuit Education and in honor of Nancy Skinner.

John B. Fisher, Holy Cross ’79

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Diane M. Fisher, Holy Cross ’80

The Ro s e wo o d F ou n dat ion

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International

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MINISTRIES After the Second World War, Jesuits from New York were given responsibility for Jesuit works in what were then the United States Trust Territories in the Pacific – ministries located in what is today the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of Palau, the U.S. Territory of Guam and the U.S. Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands.

Jesuits serve in pastoral ministry on the islands and staff two high schools in the Federated States of Micronesia, Xavier High School, on Chuuk, and Yap Catholic High School, on the island of Yap.

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e are grateful for the works of the USA East Province Jesuits and congratulate

Jack & Eileen Connors

AD MAJOREM DEI GLORIAM JOHN & ROSEMARY MAHONEY

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CONGRATULATIONS TO

Jack and Eileen Connors You are an inspiration for us all to be

“men and women for others.”

BRENDAN AND KERRY SWORDS

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CONGRATULATIONS to Jack and Eileen Connors on receiving the prestigious Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award.

BILL & ANN MARIE TEUBER

THANK YOU TO

Jack and Eileen Connors and the Jesuits of the USA East Province for giving us the example of how to live in service to others.

Scott and Tracy Brown

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We are grateful for

Jack and Eileen Connors’ great contributions to Boston College and the Boston community.

Ever to Excel!

David and Maureen O'Connor

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CONGRATULATIONS TO

Jack and Eileen Connors on the Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award.

We are proud to be fellow BC Eagles!

Won and Kenneth Giuriceo

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THANK YOU JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS for your years of support and dedication to Boston area youth and families.

BIL L A N D JA N E MOSA KOWSKI

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JACK and EILEEN CONNORS on receiving the prestigious Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam Award.

PETER and BETH VANDERSLICE

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SAVE DATE FOR THE INAUGURAL THETHE INAUGURAL

In honor and remembrance of Fr. James F. Keenan, SJ

Tuesday, September 17, 2024 QUAKER RIDGE GOLF CLUB | SCARSDALE, NY

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C O N G R AT U L AT I O N S TO

JA CK AND EILEEN CON N ORS who have been honored with the prestigious 2024 AMDG Award.

We are proud to support the USA East Province Jesuits.

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Boston College High School is pleased to recognize

JACK AND EILEEN CONNORS for their commitment to Jesuit education and to the Boston Community.

Congratulations!

PRESIDENT GRACE COTTER REGAN, P’12

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With Gratitude to our Friends in the Lord

USA East Province of the Society of Jesus Very Rev. Joseph M. O’Keefe, SJ, Provincial Rev. John J. Hanwell, SJ, Socius Provincial Assistants Rev. Thomas G. Benz, SJ, Safeguarding and International Ministries Rev. James A. Casciotti, SJ, Pastoral Ministries Br. Christopher Derby, SJ, Spiritual Ministries Rev. Philip A. Florio, SJ, Vocations Mr. Vlad I. Kuznetsov, Health Care Rev. Brendan G. Lally, SJ, Delegate for Senior Jesuits Rev. Richard A. McGowan, SJ, Treasurer Mr. Nicholas A. Napolitano, Justice and Ecology Rev. Mario M. Powell, SJ, Pre-Secondary and Secondary Education Mr. Loual Puliafito, Advancement Rev. Kevin P. Quinn, SJ, Special Assistant to the Provincial for Legal Affairs Rev. Michael F. Tunney, SJ, Higher Education Rev. John C. Wronski, SJ, Delegate for Formation, Delegate for Reconciliation with Descendants Communications Staff Mr. Michael Gabriele and Mr. P.J. Williams Advancement Staff Ms. Maria Guzman, Mrs. Ann Marie Houston, Mrs. Mary Ann Lynch, Ms. Jennifer Marotta, Ms. Antoinette McCormick, Br. Donald J. Murray, SJ, Mr. Timothy Olmstead, Rev. John J. Pideret, SJ, and 2024 Jesuit GALA Volunteers JESUIT GALA 2024 ~ 58

With Gratitude to our Friends in the Lord

The Jesuits offer thanks to our friends and collaborators Rev. Mr. Brendan W. Gottschall, SJ Rev. Mr. Thomas Elitz, SJ Rev. Michael G. Boughton, SJ Boston Marriott Copley Place Lauren Capers, Capers Design Florentine Frames John Gillooly, Professional Event Images, Inc. Stapleton Florist Webster OneSource Printing Special thanks to: the Boston College Common Tones, led by Ella O’Kelly-Lynch Thank you to our video partners: Evan Scales and Darius Gerring of May Street Agency Rev. William P. Leahy, SJ, President, Boston College Jack Dunn, Boston College Office of Communications Rev. William C. Russell, SJ Sharon McNally, Connors Family Office Lisa Fortenberry, Camp Harbor View Jesuit Greeters Coordinator: Rev. Michael G. Boughton, SJ And to all the many friends who have given of themselves, a sincere THANK YOU! USA East Province of the Society of Jesus 39 East 83rd Street, New York, NY 10028 P.O. Box 456, Weston, MA 02493 www.JesuitsEast.org JESUIT GALA 2024 ~ 59

AMDG ALL FOR THE GREATER GLORY OF GOD

PRAYER OF ST. IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA

Lord Jesus, teach me to be generous.

Teach me to serve as you deserve, To give and not to count the cost, To fight and not to heed the wounds, To labor and not to seek to rest, To give of my self and not ask for a reward, Except the reward of knowing that I am doing your will.

St. Ignatius of Loyola, Pray for us.

Amen.

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Thank you for attending the Jesuit GALA! For more information on the Jesuits or to make a donation, please visit www.JesuitsEast.org or call 212-774-5500.

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