A Franciscan, a Jesuit, and a Dominican all pass from this world, and find themselves before God’s throne room. The Lord calls to the Dominican, “Son of Saint Dominic: come forward! What do you believe?” Trembling, the Dominican enters the throne room, falls to his knees, and says, “I believe in one God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth!” God answers him, “You answered well, enter into Heaven.”
Next, God calls the Franciscan, “Son of Saint Francis: come forward! What do you believe?” The Franciscan enters the throne room, prostrates himself in awe, and replies, “I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary!” The Lord replies, “You answered well, proceed into Heaven.”
Finally, God calls the Jesuit, “Son of Saint Ignatius: come forward! What do you believe?” The Jesuit enters the Lord’s throne room, is amazed by its splendor, and replies, “I believe you’re sitting in my chair.”