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Awareness of God in All Things

Reflections Becky Eldredge

This post is based on Week Two of An Ignatian Prayer Adventure. My mom and dad are avid gardeners. On many occasions growing up, my...

Coping with Spiritual Desolation During the Holidays

Discernment Rebecca Ruiz

Usually, during November and December, our thoughts turn to gratitude for God’s blessings and preparing our hearts for the coming of hope through the...

A Grain of Compassion

Social Justice Rebecca Ruiz

I was preparing to cook rice the other day when some grains overflowed the scoop and fell to the floor. As I reached for...

The 19th Annotation: What Is It, and What Can You Expect?

Retreats Vinita Hampton Wright

You may have heard of the 19th annotation in regard to prayer retreats or the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. Simply put, the 19th...

Prayer Brings God into the Messy Rooms

Ignatian Prayer Lisa Kelly

When my son was in third grade, he was asked, “What would you do if you had an hour with Jesus?” Depicted with smiling stick...

Prepare for the Holidays with an Afternoon of Prayer

Retreats Vinita Hampton Wright

Today, I issue a challenge. Schedule an afternoon for nothing but prayer. I use the word “prayer” loosely, so don’t panic. And you already know how...