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Spiritual Resources

 

Spiritual Resources Guide

This directory describes the resources available, from the basics of Ignatian spirituality to our interactive prayer intentions feature. Simply click on the links below to access them.

Introduction to Ignatian Spirituality

Read a brief overview of the origin and key concepts of the spiritual tradition of St. Ignatius Loyola.

Spiritual Practices 

Trace the presence of God in your life by practicing the Examen of Conscience, also known as the Examination of Consciousness.

Ignatian Contemplation: Rosary, Reflections & Prayers 

Explore a variety of resources including an Ignatian-style Rosary and selected prayers for daily life and different occasions.

Let Us Pray

Share your intentions, and we will lay them on this altar in Sacred Heart Chapel in Los Gatos. At daily Mass, our Jesuit community will lift your prayers to the Lord.

Interactive Prayer Intentions

Use our multimedia gallery to compose your own prayers by selecting Scripture, images, and sounds, then share your intentions if you wish.

Spiritual Direction

Find out about the process of spiritual direction and how to find a spiritual director.

Spirituality for Late Life

Learn how creative expression and Spirit-filled fellowship can energize and enrich our lives as we age.

Jesuit Music

Many Catholics are already familiar with the music of two composers who reside in our Province.

Video Theater

View video presentations on Ignatian spirituality and related topics.

Spirituality and Ethics

Father Max Oliva, S.J., of the California Province writes a monthly Spirituality and Ethics newsletter which is posted on the website of the Jesuits in English Canada.

Making Ethical Decisions 

Learn to discern thorny issues using a step-by-step framework developed by the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University.

Multimedia Resources

Browse our suggested books, films, and websites about Jesuits, Ignatian spirituality, and more.