Jim's Books
Reflections
The God of Surprises
Everywhere these days, we’re told that the best policy is “no surprises.” Our world is obsessed with control, planning, and risk management. Parents of small children, coaches, managers, therapists,...
Reflections
Stewards of Pain
“No pain, no gain.” We’ve heard it a thousand times. It’s a spiritual truism: You find God in pain and suffering. You find God when you learn how much...
Discernment
The Audacity of Desire
Editor’s note: Throughout July, we’re hosting 31 Days with St. Ignatius, a month-long celebration of Ignatian spirituality. In addition to the calendar of Ignatian articles found here, posts on...
Reflections
Mind the Gap Between Faith and Life
When I was a kid, my faith and my life went together pretty easily. I learned a very practical faith from the nuns in school and my parents at...
Spirituality
Catching Our Attention
Editor’s note: Jim Manney is the author of A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer and other books about Ignatian spirituality. Below is an excerpt he shares from his newest book, What...
St. Ignatius Loyola
Do What You Can
Editor’s note: Jim Manney is the author of A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer and other books about Ignatian spirituality. Below is an excerpt he shares from his newest book, What...