“Where are you?”
Spiritual direction is an ongoing relationship that gives you the time and space to notice your unique spiritual growth, participate in the slow work of God, immerse yourself in the river of life, and respond to God, “Here I am.”
Program Offerings
Gatherings in
turbulent times
Our online and in-person gatherings offer convenient times, emotionally and physically safe spaces with rich content.
Thursday Morning Centering Prayer
Dedicate your day to prayer through Thursday Morning Centering prayer. Attend one, some or all sessions for free.
Thursday Evening Examen
Close your day with a time of reflection and prayer through Thursday Evening Examen. Attend one, some or all sessions for free.
The Power of Mary Magdalene
Mary Magdalene has much to teach us about the inward act of spiritual transformation and claiming our own authority.
Loyola Priests Retreat
This retreat for priests and deacons offers time for silent reflection, prayer, conversation and community.
(in-person for 2021)
At the center point within ourselves we encounter the sacred
As we discern our path and our passions in life, we listen and respond more deeply to the presence and movement of the sacred there.
We help you find your path and passion.
Learning Opportunities
Learn what classes, seminars and other opportunities await you at Loyola.
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About Loyola Spirituality Center
Our Vision
A loving and compassionate spirituality for all of life.
Our Mission
We companion the spiritually curious as you listen and respond more deeply to the presence and movement of the sacred in your life.
Our Guiding Principle
We are a community of spiritual directors grounded in Ignatian Spirituality.
About Ignatian Spirituality
The sacred is present in our world and active in our lives. It provides a pathway to prayer, discernment, and service to others.
Reflections from Our Directors
Human Nature
At different points in Ignatius’ Spiritual Exercises, he invites retreatants to reflect on the nature of the world’s history and to see the parallels with today.
The Franciscan Way of Life – for ordinary people
What is the Franciscan way of life? It is Gospel based, focused on prayer, the Sacraments, simple living, self-denial, love and care of Creation and the poor and peace-making.
The Changing Seasons: Autumn is a Time of Transition
I know family and friends who love the change of seasons, especially from summer to Autumn (also acknowledged as Fall). Watermelon, floating in the lake on a flotation device, noticing the warm summer breeze, flowers blooming in gardens and if you’re lucky when...
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