ISC: The Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius
of Loyola
and The Art of Spiritual Direction
A Formation and Training
What do you really want?
What does God want for you?
How is God calling you to serve others?
Ignatius of Loyola
This course introduces people to the richness of the spirituality of Ignatius of Loyola. Ignatius (1491 - 1556) was a pioneer in his commitment to the spiritual life.
Annual Lecture The Mimetic Theory of
Rene Girard and the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius Loyola
by Michael Kirwan SJ
NEW: An Evening Course is now being offered starting in September 2007 and a A Weekend Course is now being offered starting in January 2008 and an Afternoon Course starting September 2008.
His reflection upon his relationship with God and documentation of his understanding has transmitted to us great wisdom in The Art of Spiritual Direction and the discernment of spirits in our life. This wisdom takes clear and compelling form in his Spiritual Exercises.
The Course
The aim of the course, often known as the
Ignatian Spirituality Course
(ISC), is to form participants in The Art of
Spiritual Direction and in giving the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola in their
various forms.
It is an ecumenical Christian course and is open to people of goodwill from all traditions. The course is led by an experienced staff of lay people, religious and clergy, and runs for one day a week (11am to 4pm) over three years. (Find out more about the Course Content, Entry Requirements, Course Assignments & Appraisals, the Staff, how to Apply, and other Information.)
News
There is a new course being offered:
- Essentials of Ignatian Spirituality: a monthly, weekend course for those who want to experience Ignatian Spirituality, starting in January 2008;
- Ignatian Insights: a monthly, Monday afternoon course for spiritual directors, starting September 2008.
Diary
Lecture: This year's annual lecture will be held on 10th May 2008 and with be given by Diarmuid O Murchu. The lecture is open to anyone. More details nearer the time. (To get an idea of the day, see details of last year's lecture.)