The Discernment of Spirits: A Reader's Guide
The Discernment of Spirits: A Reader's Guide

The Discernment of Spirits: A Reader's Guide

An Ignatian Guide for Everyday Living

RELIGION

104 Pages, 6 x 9

Formats: Paperback

Paperback, $12.95 (US $12.95) (CA $15.95)

Publication Date: May 2013

ISBN 9780824549855

Price: $12.95
 
 

Overview

Timeless lessons of spirituality for daily life

This handy, easy-to-use workbook is chock full of probing questions, real-life stories, and practical tips on how to apply the profound spiritual insights from the Ignatian tradition of patient, prayerful self-examination. Acclaimed interpreter of Saint Ignatius, author Father Gallagher provides clear explanations of the centuries-old Jesuit method of discerning God’s will in one’s life—and avoiding evil. A practical guide and journaling tool, it includes ample space on every page for notes, reflections, and journaling, all to help readers track their progress toward a closer, more loving union with God.

Author Biography

Timothy M. Gallagher, OMV, is considered to be one of the greatest interpreters of the spirituality of Ignatius of Loyola. He is a popular retreat leader, an Ignatius scholar, and a lecturer. He is the author of several books, including Begin Again, The Discernment of Spirits: The Ignatian Rule for Everyday Life, The Examen Prayer, An Ignatian Introduction to Prayer, and Meditation and Contemplation. He lives in Boston.