Category: Discernment
You Have No Purpose (In the Way that You Think)
by andyotto | Feb 22, 2021 | Discernment | 4
God’s will for us is not some predetermined blueprint that negates our freedom. Let’s examine how the Ignatian tradition understands discernment and purpose. Hint: There’s a bigger Dream for the world. And Disney Pixar’s Soul helps reminds us of this, too.
Read MoreConsolation & Desolation
by andyotto | Oct 14, 2019 | Discernment, Ignatian Basics | 1
Consolation and desolation are key to discerning God’s movement in your life, but these terms are easily misunderstood.
Read MoreThe Privilege of Discernment
by andyotto | Jun 17, 2019 | Discernment | 6
Discernment of major decisions, like having a job you love or choosing where you live, are a privilege.
Read MoreKonMari Your Spiritual Life in 6 Steps
by andyotto | May 20, 2019 | Awareness, Discernment, Spiritual Practices | 4
How can you use Marie Kondō’s tidying method to declutter your spiritual life. It’s simple Ignatian discernment.
Read MoreThe Principle & Foundation: Ignatian Spirituality in a Nutshell
by andyotto | Mar 4, 2019 | Awareness, Discernment, Ignatian Basics | 3
Ignatian spirituality can be summed up in the few paragraphs at the beginning of the Exercises: sharing life with God and responding in gratitude to God’s gifts in freedom.
Read MoreDesiring Our Happily Ever After
by andyotto | Aug 20, 2018 | Discernment | 0
The deep desires God plants within our hearts are ultimately oriented to the unfolding of God’s Kingdom; this includes discovering who we’re meant to be.
Read MoreIgnatian Spirituality in Marriage, Family, and Relationships
by andyotto | Jul 9, 2018 | Discernment, God In All Things, Prayer | 0
A conversation with Tim Muldoon on how Ignatian principles can be applied to all kinds of relationships.
Read MoreThe Discernment of Spirits – Part 3
by andyotto | Jun 25, 2018 | Discernment | 2
A look at Ignatius’ more subtle rules for the Discernment of Spirits. This is the final part of a three-part series on Ignatius’ Rules for the Discernment of Spirits.
Read MoreThe Discernment of Spirits – Part 2
by andyotto | Jun 18, 2018 | Discernment | 1
A look at the basic rules for the Discernment of Spirits. This is the second part of a three-part series on Ignatius’ Rules for the Discernment of Spirits.
Read MoreThe Discernment of Spirits – Part 1
by andyotto | Jun 11, 2018 | Discernment, Ignatian Basics | 4
How do we know the voice of God from the voice of the evil one? This is the first part of a three-part series on Ignatius’ Rules for the Discernment of Spirits.
Read MoreDecisions are Difficult
by guest | Feb 26, 2018 | Discernment, Spiritual Practices | 0
We’re not always good at making decisions, but here are some God-centred methods that can help.
Read MoreThe Grace of Tears
by andyotto | Oct 30, 2017 | Discernment, God In All Things | 3
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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