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“A Way to Clarify Your Values”
This blog post from William Barry, SJ, is a reflection on David Fleming's Book, "What is Ignatian Spirituality", which Ignatian Volunteers are using for spiritual reflection in many regions this service year. The meditation on the Two Standards in the Spiritual...
“It’s Snack Time!”
By Linda Wihl Click for Printable View. I end each tutoring session by yelling, “It’s snack time!” And, if allowed by their tutors children come running to the circle to get a snack. It’s a reward for good work—we operate on the “Little Red Hen” principle: do the work...
Gift of Tears
by Fr. Randy Roche, SJ Click for Printable View Anyone not familiar with the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola might think that “gift” and “tears” do not belong together. Usually, we do not want people to see such an obvious sign of feelings on our faces,...
The Meaning of Friendship
This blog post, by Volunteer Pat McCourt, originally appeared on the IVC Chicago Footprints blog. Click for printable view My friend, Kevin, describes himself as a “70-year-old hippie bachelor.” He retired on disability about ten years ago and has lived in his...
By the Rivers Edge
by R.J. Moritz (Proverbs 8 vs 22-36) I walk slowly among the rustling trees The cool breeze rises up to greet me I know you are there by the river’s edge Your enchanting song fills the evening air Your alluring beauty suddenly appears Softly you caress me in your...
“Praying with your Imagination”
Click for printable view This blog post from William Barry, SJ, is a reflection on David Fleming's Book, "What is Ignatian Spirituality", which Ignatian Volunteers are using for spiritual reflection in many regions this service year. David Fleming refers to Ignatius’...
In the beginning was the word and the word became flesh and dwelt among us. John 1:1,14
Click for printable view. by Louise Sandberg In the beginning was the word and the word became flesh and dwelt among us. John 1:1,14 One of the Mexican families I have been working with for many years had a grandmother named Carmen who practically commuted between...
New Year’s Resolution 2016
by Anne Hansen What resolutions are at the top of your mind for 2016? Will the list include less food and more exercise, dedicated time for quiet prayer each day, a healthier balance of family life with work, or, will the focus be on more mundane things like making...
God Communicates in Many Ways
by William A. Barry, SJ This blog post from William Barry, SJ, is a reflection on David Fleming's Book, "What is Ignatian Spirituality", which Ignatian Volunteers are using for spiritual reflection in many regions this service year. Click for printable view God is...