Opening speech by WUJA president Francisco Guarner and address by Father General Arturo Sosa, SJ

ByWUJA Communications Team

The XI WUJA World Congress was officially opened today in Yogyakarta, bringing together Jesuit alumni from around the world under the theme United in Spirit, Leading with Purpose.
As delegates begin their journey of reflection, discernment and collaboration, the opening addresses set the vision and inspiration for the days ahead.

We invite you to read the speeches below and, if you missed today’s sessions, or would like to experience them again, to watch the full live broadcast.

Opening speech by WUJA president Francisco Guarner

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Keynote address by Father General Arturo Sosa SJ

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