On the feast day of Peter Canisius in 2021, the Central European Province of the Society of Jesus was officially established. It brought together the former Jesuit provinces of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Lithuania, and today also includes Sweden and Latvia.

Five years on, this young and dynamic province continues to embody a shared mission, with Jesuits collaborating across borders to respond to the universal priorities of the Society. Their work reflects the global apostolic preferences: showing the way to God, walking alongside the excluded, accompanying young people towards a hope-filled future, and caring for our common home.

At its core, Jesuit life remains deeply rooted in service. Jesuits are present not behind monastery walls, but in the midst of society—wherever they are most needed. Across Central Europe, they are active in 35 locations, engaged in a wide range of institutions, works, and initiatives that respond to today’s social, spiritual, and cultural challenges.

To mark this five-year milestone, a video highlights some of the most meaningful moments from across this diverse province—offering a glimpse into a shared journey of faith, collaboration, and mission.

Ad maiorem Dei gloriam.