Rev. Leo T. Dowling, S.J.

Rev. Leo T. Dowling, S.J. was a Jesuit priest, and as a member of the Society of Jesus, he followed the Jesuit charism of intellectual rigour, spiritual depth, and a commitment to serving both the Church and society.

The Jesuits, or the Society of Jesus, founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola in 1540, are a Catholic religious order dedicated to evangelization, education, and spiritual growth. Known for their intellectual rigour, they have established schools, colleges, and universities worldwide, emphasizing faith and reason.

Jesuits are deeply shaped by the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, which guide individuals in discerning God’s will. They have been influential in missionary work, theology, and apologetics, with notable figures like St. Francis Xavier and St. Robert Bellarmine.