Ignatian Spirituality
Resources
The tenets of Ignatian spirituality—finding God in all things, a generous response to God's will, spiritual discernment, contemplation in action, a commitment to promoting justice, and becoming men and women for others—are central to Ignatians West's vision.
We offer these few resources for anyone who would like to deepen their understanding or perhaps enhance their spiritual journey.
If you're new to the concept of Ignatian spirituality, you might want to start with this brief essay: "What is Ignatian Spirituality?"
Or check out these fine websites for a deeper dive...!
Fr. Randy Roche, SJ, long-time director of Director of the Center for Ignatian Spirituality at LMU, has been publishing weekly spiritual essays for more than 20 years. All of his essays have in common the offering of some application of Ignatian discernment. And they derive from his belief that the supply of inspirations is ultimately from an infinite Source.
Find Randy's most current essay here, along with an archive of past works.
Although they’re not all strictly “Ignatian Spirituality,” we thought you might find inspiration in some of the same books that our volunteers have read together and discussed over recent years.
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How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith by Bishop Mariann Budde
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Cherished Belonging: The Healing Power of Love in Divided Times by Gregory Boyle, SJ
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The Crucible of Racism: Ignatian Spirituality and the Power of Hope by Patrick Saint-Jean, SJ
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Love is the Way by Bishop Michael Curry
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Wake Up with Purpose: What I’ve Learned in My First Hundred Years by Jean Dolores Schmidt, BVM
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Cannonball Moments: Telling Your Story, Deepening Your Faith by Eric Clayton
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Aging with Wisdom and Grace by Wilkie Au and Noreen Cannon Au
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The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr
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Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson
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Alone and On Foot: The Life of Ignatius of Loyola by Brian Grogan, SJ
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Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion by Gregory Boyle, SJ