APRIL 22-24, 2026, HENRY IRWIN LEE THEATER
ATENEO DE MANILA UNIVERSITY, QUEZON CITY
60th-lst
in celebration of
Loyola School of Theology’s
60th foundation

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About the Conference

Building on the rich conversations and shared learning of its first iteration, this follow-up conference on Ignatian Spirituality offers yet another wonderful opportunity for scholars, formators, pastoral workers, educators, and partners in mission to come together once more—this time to engage three of the most pressing and interconnected concerns of our day: Mental Health, Communal Discernment, and Artificial Intelligence.

Rooted in the Ignatian tradition, the conference seeks not only to deepen understanding of these “burning issues,” but also to create a genuine space for encounter, dialogue, and mutual enrichment. Through shared reflection and exchange of experience, participants are invited to listen attentively to one another, to the movements of the Spirit, and to the signs of the times. It is our hope that this gathering will enable participants to acquire new insights, perspectives, and practical skills that can fruitfully inform their ministries and professional contexts.

Ultimately, this conference is an invitation to renew our common commitment to service—so that, in responding more faithfully and creatively to our respective calls, we may better accompany others in their journeys of faith and help form men and women who are ever more authentic Christians and generous instruments of God’s mission in the world.

ICIS2026 is open to both lay and religious who appreciate the legacy of St. Ignatius of Loyola in both the church and society: congregations inspired by an Ignatian spirit and their lay collaborators; faculty, staff, and administrators of Jesuit schools in the Philippines and abroad; parish pastoral workers, campus ministers, retreat givers, and counselors; lay professionals seeking to live as contemplatives-in-action.

Only a limited 300 seats are available to non-LST students. Online pre-registration is required with a minimal non-refundable fee of PhP 2,500.00, which covers 3 lunches, 5 snacks and other incidentals during the conference.

Features

Three days of learning and exploration at the intersection of Ignatian spirituality, mental health, communal discernment, and Artificial Intelligence.
Four keynote addresses with practitioners of Ignatian spirituality, psychology, and pedagogy in the Philippines and abroad
Participants from over 30 countries around the world
15 interactive breakout workshop groups on various topics designed to enhance the capabilities of participants in various areas of ministry

Keynote Speakers

Fr. Christopher Staab, SJ
JST-SCU
Fr. Jordan J. Orbe, SJ
Emmaus Center - LST
Dr. Christina Kheng
East Asian Pastoral Institute
Fr. Francis D. Alvarez, SJ
LST, GBSEALD

Workshop Speakers

Ms. Eva K. Galvey
Emmaus Center
Fr. Paul Rolphy Pinto, SJ
Pontifical Gregorian University
Fr. Christopher Staab, SJ
JST-SCU
Fr. Jordan J. Orbe, SJ
Emmaus Center - LST
Dr. Christina Kheng
East Asian Pastoral Institute
Ms. Maria Riza V. Carasig
Center for Ignatian Spirituality Philippines
Fr. Manuel V. Francisco, SJ
Loyola School of Theology
Fr. Arnel dC Aquino, SJ
Loyola School of Theology
Fr. Jose Mari V. Manzano SJ
Sacred Heart Retreat House
Fr. Gil C. Donayre, SJ
Loyola School of Theology
Fr. Silvino L. Borres, Jr., SJ
Cebu Center for Ignatian Spirituality
Fr. Jessel Gerard Gonzales, SJ
Ateneo de Davao
Sr. Ma. Anicia Co, RVM
IFRS-LST
Fr. Thomas Sherman, SJ
Loyola School of Theology
Fr. Victor Carmelo O. Diola
Dilaab Foundation
Fr. Noel Y. Bava, SJ
Chaplain, Ateneo de Manila HS

Program

Workshops

Venue: LST, LHS and Center for Ignatian Spirituality
  • Essentials in Discerning a Choice of Life
    Ms. Eva Galvey
  • The Essentials of Ignatian Spiritual Accompaniment (Basics of Spiritual Direction)
    Fr. Paul Rolphy Pinto, S.J.
  • Praying and Discerning with Ignatius of Loyola: A Concrete and Practical Reading of the Spiritual Diary
    Fr. Christopher Staab, S.J.
  • Ignatian Approach to Retreats and Recollections
    Ms. Riza V. Carasig
  • Song Writing and Ignatian Contemplation
    Fr. Manuel V. Francisco, S.J.
  • Who’s Afraid of the Human Jesus? Catholic Guilt & Spiritual Health
    Fr. Arnel dC Aquino, S.J.
  • Ecological Justice and Ignatian Spirituality
    Fr. Jomari Manzano, S.J. & Fr. Gil C. Donayre, S.J.
  • Preparing Retreatants for a 30-day retreat
    Fr. Silvino L. Borres, Jr., S.J.
  • Clarity in Action: Integrating Psychology in Discernment
    Fr. Jordan J. Orbe, S.J.
  • Ignatian Spirituality & Youth Ministry
    Fr. Jessel Gerard Gonzales, S.J.
  • Ignatian Spirituality in Basic Education
    Sr. Ma. Anicia Co, R.V.M & Team
  • The Spirituality of the Ignatian Colloquy
    Fr. Thomas Sherman, S.J.
  • Ignatian Spirituality and Political Formation
    Fr. Victor Carmelo O. Diola
  • The Synodal Conversion of Theological Method
    Dr. Christina Kheng
  • Designing Spiritual Exercises for the Anxious Generation (or Giving a Retreat to People who can’t be bothered to Stay Silent)
    Fr. Noel Y. Bava, S.J.

Venue

The Conference will be held in the beautiful Loyola Heights Campus of the Ateneo de Manila University in Quezon City, Philippines. The campus is known for its vast green and open spaces and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Overlooking the Marikina Valley, the 90-hectare campus is located along the eastern side of Katipunan Avenue, and is south of and adjacent to the campus of Miriam College.

Henry Lee Irwin Theater
Ateneo de Manila Grade School
Ateneo de Manila University
Katipunan Avenue, Loyola Heights
1108, Metro Manila, Philippines
Fr. Renato R. Repole, S.J.
Conference Chair
Registration Committee

LST Students

Open to currently enrolled students. Register with your LST EDU email.

Others

Only a limited 300 seats are available to non-LST students. Online pre-registration is required with a minimal non-refundable fee of PhP 2,500.00, which covers 3 lunches, 5 snacks and other incidentals during the conference.

Registration is now closed.

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Accommodation

Studio 89 Residences
17 Esteban Abada St. Loyola Heights, Quezon City
MyPlace Residence Hall
22 Fabian de la Rosa St. Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Oracle Hotel & Residences
17 Katipunan Avenue Loyola Heights, Quezon City
SMRC Dormitoryana
155 B. Gonzales Street corner Katipunan Road Loyola Heights, Quezon City
University Residence Halls
Ateneo de Manila Univeristy Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Cervini / Eliazo Halls
Ateneo de Manila Univeristy Loyola Heights, Quezon City
Institute of Social Order (ISO) Residence Hall
Social Development Complex Ateneo de Manila University Loyola Heights, Quezon City