Fr Stephen Mar Tay SJ of the Myanmar Jesuits pronounced his Final Vows on Thursday, 3 September 2026, at the St Ignatius of Loyola Oratory at Loyola House of Studies in Manila, Philippines. He is the fourth local Jesuit from Myanmar to make his solemn profession.
Fr Girish Santiago SJ, Regional Superior of Myanmar, presided over the Eucharistic celebration and received Fr Stephen’s profession on behalf of Father General.
Let us pray for Fr Stephen as he continues his lifelong commitment to God’s greater glory and service to the people of Myanmar.
Jesuit Conference Asia Pacific
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