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What They're Saying about Pope Francis
Like you, I've been reading a lot of commentary about Pope Francis in the past week. I thought I'd pass along four pieces that...
Asking “What Now?”
This post is a part of the Lenten series “From Ashes to Glory.”
When settling on what to do tomorrow—the fifth prayer moment in the Examen—we...
Examining the Day and Choosing Freedom
This post is part of the Lenten series “From Ashes to Glory.”
Ignatius suggested several ways to examine the day. If you make this prayer at...
God’s Gaze
One of the biggest revelations one can have in prayer is that he or she is loved, especially those who have experienced trauma or...
From Ashes to Glory
From Ashes to Glory invites you to take up the practice of reflecting on your day, its gifts and graces, and the progress you...
Litany of Gratitude for Ignatian Tools
There is that old adage that says, “When God closes one door, God opens another one.” When my husband and I were overwhelmed with...
Five Ways to Find God in All Things
Finding God in all things is a big part of Ignatian spirituality. But finding God in the boring parts of life is easier said...
John O’Donohue on Noticing
I hadn't known about the priest-poet John O'Donohue until I read this post by Michelle Francl-Donnay. The poem "A Blessing for One Who is...
Paying Attention
The other night I had some down time. I was plugged-in: I channel-flipped between the Tigers-Yankees playoff game and the presidential debate, texted with...
“You Have to Love the Daily Working"
Michelle Francl-Donnay has wise words about the importance of doing the basic things well.
“You have to love the daily working,” suggested choreographer Merce Cunningham....