The Grace of Tears
Ignatius was quick to name tears as a sign of consolation, but it’s not the only indicator of spiritual movement.
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Andy Otto
My name is Andy Otto. For two and a half years I was a Jesuit in the Society of Jesus. It has informed and transformed my life. I have a BA in Communication and a minor in Psychology. I love travelling, swing dancing, Disney, and have lived in Boston, New York, DC, Jamaica, and Orlando.
Prophetic Listening
We’re quick to take action without first listening—really listening—to reality. There is a Truth that underlies all of reality, which we can only find in the pause and in the silence.
Imaginative Prayer for Children
How do we introduce Ignatian spirituality to children? I speak with Jared Boyd, author of Imaginative Prayer: A Yearlong Guide for Your Child’s Spiritual Formation. Oh, and there’s a guided meditation at the end.
Creation Is Not Just Earth
Why are we so geocentric when we think of God’s creation? How does God gaze upon other civilisations in the universe?
What gives you life?
This question, in the Ignatian sense, moves us toward the love of God.
God’s Love Languages
The Bible doesn’t say “Jesus loves you,” but God’s love is shown more often in deeds and actions than in words.
Objectifying God
God is often seen as “separate”, a mighty “king” in the clouds. Ignatian spirituality can help us break down this monarchical image.
Coincidence or Providence?
How is God involved in our lives? Are coincidences just providence in disguise? I believe God’s hand works through the natural flow of our lives and free responses to God’s invitation.
Is Bill Nye an “Anonymous Christian”?
Bill Nye asks if evidence of God is Necessary to live a good life. No. But what difference does God make for the Christian? Can a non-believer experience the transcendence of God?