EATEP

EATEP is a program of the Jesuits of East Asia and Oceania. The program was started in 2005 with the purpose of gathering Jesuits preparing for the priesthood in the Society of Jesus to do theology together in an Asian context. The emphasis is on both Enculturation of the Catholic Faith and Interreligious Dialogue. Michael Amaladoss , S.J., Director of the DiNobili Institute in Chennai , India has been the major Tutor. Lecturers from Thailand have provided understanding of both Islam and Buddhism. John Shea, S.J. has been the director of the program. Two successful programs were held in July-August of 2006 and April-May of 2007. The program is held in Chiangmai, Thailand at The Seven Fountains Spirituality Center , an apostolate of the Jesuits of the Thai-Myannmar Region. The length of the program is usually one month with presentations, discussion, personal reflection and field trips to Temples, Monasteries, Mosques in Thailand, particularly in the Chiangmai area. This program has been accredited by the Loyola School of Theology at the Ateneo di Manila in Manila, the Phillipines. Three credits are granted for successful completion of the program.