Dear LIS Friend,

Although we had to pivot into the online platform for all of our July offerings, we are so grateful for the many who participated in them! It was exciting to welcome people from all over the country who joined us virtually to celebrate Ignatian spirituality. Through these exchanges we experienced community in the most simple and life-giving ways.

Our 27 online events in July allowed us to explore new ways to engage and connect with those near and far. We are taking time this month to reflect on the generosity of those who offered support through donations, prayers, time, and talents throughout the year and especially in July. We are eagerly preparing to continue hosting our Spiritual Exercises in Daily Life and formation courses online in the fall. 

In his book What is Ignatian Spirituality?, Fr. David Fleming, SJ captures the spirit I’ve felt and witnessed throughout this past fiscal year as I participated with our diverse faith community.

Christian ministry and mission can never be seen as an individualistic enterprise. We always interact as members of the body of Christ. We always serve in the context of a relationship with Christ and with others. Ministry is a sharing of life and love. Ministry in the Ignatian mode is based on Jesus’ promise that "where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them."

As we continue through this uncharted season, my prayer is that God gives us the graces to increase our desire to be flexible enough to adapt to what he’s inviting us to do individually and as part of the body of Christ.


Peace and Blessings,

Lori Stanley
Executive Director