Saint Ignatius and the Company of Jesus | Kolbe Academy Catholic Classical Curriculum
Saint Ignatius and the Company of Jesus presents the life of Ignatius of Loyola in an engaging narrative written especially for young readers. Once a young nobleman who desired honor as a soldier, Ignatius was gravely wounded in battle and forced into a long recovery. During this time he read about Christ and the saints, and his ambitions gradually changed from earthly glory to serving God.
The biography follows Ignatius’s years of prayer, penance, and study as he discerned his vocation. He gathered companions dedicated to preaching, teaching, and missionary work, eventually founding the Society of Jesus. The story traces the early struggles of the new order and its efforts to defend and spread the faith in a changing world.
Written in clear, approachable prose, the book presents a continuous historical narrative that strengthens comprehension while encouraging reflection on perseverance, discipline, and obedience to God’s call. Selected for classical Catholic literature study, it introduces students to leadership rooted in conversion and self-sacrifice rather than ambition alone.
Courses this book is used in:
- Junior High Literature
- Homeschool