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I was deeply moved recently by Father Arturo Sosa, SJ’s, invitation to implement the second phase of the Universal Apostolic Preferences. He encourages us to use our imagination as we embark on this second stage. (Watch the video above, it's under 2 minutes.)
All of us, as members of the Ignatian family, know how important imagination is in our spirituality!
Among other things, two of these invitations have helped me in my prayer and reflection over the past few days:
- Imagine our retreat centers, our social centers passionately collaborating so that our spirituality is integrated with our thirst for justice and reconciliation.
- Imagine the poor and the excluded talking to us, changing us.
Using imagination in our spirituality is not easy. It requires a certain inner freedom to let ourselves be carried away and to respond to our deepest desires. The creativity that springs from imagination is indeed the action of the Spirit of God working in us.
I invite us all to imagine how we can integrate our spirituality with our thirst for justice and reconciliation; and to allow ourselves to be transformed by listening to the poor. After all, Ignatius said it best back in 1547, “La amistad con los pobres, nos hace amigos del Rey Eterno."
Friendship with the poor makes us friends of the Eternal King.
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Carlos Aedo
Executive Director
Office of Ignatian Spirituality
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Lenten Audio Reflections
You're invited to join us and the over 900 members of our community who have signed up to pray together this Lent by listening to weekly audio podcasts. These short Ignatian-inspired reflections are written by young adults and presented by Jesuit Connections.
Click here for more information and to sign up to receive the reflections each week.
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JESUIT CONNECTIONS | SERVICE PROJECT
Lenten Letters: Connecting with Jesuits This Lent
Ongoing During Lent
Young adults (20s and 30s) are invited to connect with Jesuits living in healthcare communities by sending them a letter this Lent.
A short letter or words of kindness can mean a lot to these Jesuits who have dedicated their lives for others.
Click here for more information and to register.
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IGNATIAN SPIRITUAL DIRECTION INITIATIVE
Exploring Our Lives Through the Lens of Spiritual Freedom: An Online Lenten Retreat for Ignatian Spiritual Directors
Mar. 14, 2024, 1:00pm-4:00pm ET
Spiritual directors are invited to this online event with Vinita Hampton Wright. Join us in a process of self-awareness and hope during which we will tap the deep wisdom of Ignatian spirituality and its invitation to grow in spiritual freedom.
Click here for more information and to register.
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IGNATIAN SPIRITUAL DIRECTION INITIATIVE
A Conversation Among Spiritual Directors of Color
May 11, 2024, 10:00am-1:00pm ET
This special online conversation among Spiritual Directors of Color will provide an opportunity to share about what brought us to spiritual direction and our experiences as Spiritual Directors of Color. We will support and learn from each other as we discuss the challenges and opportunities we face as well as our hopes and desires.
Registration for this conversation is limited to those who identify as Spiritual Directors of Color.
Click here for more information and to register.
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In this video, Fr. John Siberski, SJ, shares reflections about parenting through the lens of Ignatian spirituality with a focus on the Holy Family. This video is compiled from three Jesuit Connection online parent sessions that took place earlier this year and includes reflections from each, followed by questions for further contemplation on what it means to be a parent. Watch now! | |
Last month, nearly 100 people participated in the online Conferencia Ignaciana 2024: El Jesús de Ignacio. This annual conference, presented by Ministerio Hispano Ignaciano, is a wonderful opportunity to share topics that showcase the richness of Ignatian Spirituality. This year's guest speaker was Fr. Bill Noe, SJ. Watch now! Leer en español. | | |
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BOSTON COLLEGE | MA
Summer at Clough School of Theology and Ministry
Each summer, Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry offers a range of summer courses and programs aimed at ministerial development. Offerings include:
- Intensive on the 19th Annotation of the Spiritual Exercises for Spiritual Directors
- Post-Master's Certificate in Spiritual Formation
- Courage to Preach, a new certificate on the intersection of faith and justice for ministers working with young adults
Click here for more information.
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IGNATIUS HOUSE JESUIT RETREAT CENTER | GA
The Adventure Deepens
Weekend Workshop for Spiritual Directors on the Exercises
Apr. 25-28, 2024
Spiritual directors are invited to a 3-night workshop led by Fr. Kevin O’Brien, SJ, spiritual director and author of The Ignatian Adventure as we delve into the art of directing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola.
Click here for more information and to register.
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LOYOLA JESUIT CENTER | MORRISTOWN, NJ
Transforming Painful Emotions
May 10-12, 2024
From time to time, we all suffer from anger, shame, grief, fear, and loneliness. These emotions can lead us to negative behaviors with ourselves and others. We can also transform these emotions into a positive lifestyle. During this week-end retreat led by Judy Schiavo, we will examine these emotions and make them a conduit to deepen our relationship with God.
Click here for more information and to register.
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COVA SANT IGNASI MANRESA | ONLINE
International Symposium 2024 on the Spiritual Exercises and Ecological Conversion
Jun. 11-15, 2024
This symposium focuses on how the experience of the Spiritual Exercises can promote an awareness and a change in attitude toward the ecological crisis. It is primarily for retreat house directors, those who accompany the Exercises, and those who have responsibilities in the formation of Ignatian spirituality.
Click here for more information and to register.
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POPE'S WORLDWIDE PRAYER NETWORK
Pope Francis' Prayer Intention for March 2024
This month, Pope Francis asks us to join him in praying for the martyrs of our day. "Let us pray that those who risk their lives for the Gospel in various parts of the world might imbue the Church with their courage and missionary drive."
Click here to pray.
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Retreats
Our Retreat Calendar offers a compiled list of retreats presented by OIS and our partners across the Jesuit network.
Click here to add your retreat to the calendar.
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LOYOLA JESUIT CENTER
MORRISTOWN, NJ
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Sacred Pause
March 22-24, 2024
Many would agree that constant “doing” comes at a price, often relational erosion. We can lose an awareness of God, of others, and even ourselves. This weekend we will take focus on these life-giving relationships which we can so easily see erode and retract. Led by spiritual director Anna Graziano.
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LOYOLA ON THE POTOMAC
FAULKNER, MD
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Triduum Silent Retreat
March 28-21, 2024
Celebrate the Passion and Resurrection of our Savior. Our Triduum Retreat begins with a Sedar Meal followed by the Mass of the Lord’s Super, Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion and culminates with the Easter Vigil. The silent retreat also includes invitations to prayer and plenty of time for personal prayer.
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My Life with the Jedi
by Eric A. Clayton
In My Life with the Jedi, award-winning author Eric A. Clayton intertwines lessons learned from the Star Wars universe with profound spiritual truths, inviting readers on a journey that touches on the epic and the everyday. Dive into an interior galaxy where the mysteries of the Force meet the depths of Ignatian spirituality. Discover how hope—that ever-present virtue of Jedi and Rebels alike—leads to profound decision-making, renewed relationships, and a purpose-driven life.
Click here to order from Loyola Press.
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ONLINE
"Saintly Six" Virtual Pilgrimage
Sunday, March 10, 10am-12pm Eastern
You are invited to celebrate the lives of the “Saintly Six” on a virtual Pilgrimage of prayer and praise. Join us as we pray and sing a Pilgrimage with our 6 Black candidates for sainthood. Take time to feel their lives and their presence as Servants of God.
This will be 2 hours of prayers, song, slides, testimonies and reflections. We come together through the intercession of the Holy Spirit. We gather in affirmation, solidarity, reverence and recognition of their saintly paths on their call to love praise and serve God.
Click here to register.
Presented by the St. Ignatius Catholic Community, The Antiracism Task Force, the Pastorate of St. Ann, St. Francis Xavier and St. Wenceslaus and the Racial Justice Circle.
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