Tag Archives: Ignatius Loyola

Finding Gratitude, Practicing the Examen Prayer: Prayer Practices to Nourish Men (and Everyone) Part Two

Posted on September 11, 2020 by fatherbrad1971

The following comes from the second part of a workshop on spirituality for men that I presented at the Center for Spiritual Development, Orange, California, sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Orange, August 29, 2020. “Twice a day, … Continue reading →

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Second Naivete

Posted on March 7, 2018 by fatherbrad1971

“Beyond the desert of criticism, we wish to be called again” Paul Ricoeur, The Symbolism of Evil Holy sand that heals? Stone fetish carvings that are alive? Desert monks who see visions? Wilderness weeds which cure? Entheogens that help you … Continue reading →

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Leaving the House of Prayer

Posted on June 25, 2017 by fatherbrad1971

“However, (Thomas Merton said), the usual road to contemplation is through the desert, a barren land with no trees, beauty or water. This prospect is so frightening that we are afraid to enter. In that desert God is nowhere to … Continue reading →

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Mutual Dialogue on Religious Differences

Posted on September 21, 2012 by fatherbrad1971

“The longest journey is the journey inward.” Dag Hammerskjold, Markings. A clue to encounters with the spiritualities of the world can be found in Hermann Hesse’s novel Siddartha. “One can only pass on knowledge, but not wisdom,” Siddartha explains at … Continue reading →

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Finding Your True Self in the Desert

Posted on September 19, 2012 by fatherbrad1971

“The desert has a deep personality. It has a voice; and God speaks through its personality and voice. Great elders in all ages…have sought the desert and heard its voice.” Letter to the Student Body of Deep Springs College, President … Continue reading →

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