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Praying with Ignatius of Loyola                                                     

Thank you for your interest, but Praying with Ignatius of Loyola has reached capacity for both the evening and morning sessions.  We appreciate your interest and ask for your prayers for the retreatants.  If you would like more information about retreats based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, contact the Jesuit Retreat House in Parma, 440-884-9300

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COST:      Through the generosity of St. Dominic' and Gesu Parishes, this retreat is being offered free of charge.

Praying with Ignatius of Loyola is a retreat adapted from The Spiritual Exercises to foster a deeper prayer life and a more heartfelt knowledge of Jesus Christ. For nine weeks St. Dominic Parishioners, Rita Carfanga (Ignatian Spirituality Institute trained) and Jean Sullivan will guide you through paying with scripture, journaling, and small group sharing. You are asked to commit to 30 minutes a day for private prayer. Is God calling you to a closer relationship?

SOME COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT “PRAYING WITH IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA”

 How do I know if this retreat is for me? This retreat is for you if…

-you want a better, deeper prayer life and you need the structure and discipline to help make that happen.

-you want to know God more deeply.

-you want to have a more personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

-you are at a crossroads in your life and you wonder what is it that God wants you to do.

-you can’t put your finger on it but you just know you want more.

 Is this a Bible study?

-No, this is not a Bible study.  It is an experience in learning how to pray with scripture and growing in a heartfelt knowledge of Jesus Christ.

 What are the meetings like?

-They include small group faith sharing and instruction in praying with scripture and Ignatian spirituality.

-They are once a week for 9 weeks and they are 1 ½ hours in length.

 Can anyone make this retreat?

-Yes, any adult can make this retreat.  You need not have any spiritual expertise. 

What do I need in order to participate?

-You need an open mind and heart and a commitment to 30 minutes of daily prayer.

-You must be able to attend at least 7 of the 9 weekly meetings.  Consistent attendance is  necessary.

-You will also need a Bible.

 Do I have to participate in the faith sharing groups?

-Yes, faith sharing is an integral part of the retreat. 

-It is not group therapy, just an opportunity to share experiences of God in prayer and daily life.

-It has proven to be the favorite part of the retreat for past participants