Synopses & Reviews
365 inspirational thoughts from the best and brightest voices in Ignatian spirituality
Gerard Manley Hopkins, SJ, famously wrote that “the world is charged with the grandeur of God.” This quote, from which Charged with Grandeur takes its name, points toward a key principle of the Ignatian tradition: that God is found in all things, in all places. Yet this is just one of an abundance of inspirational ideas that stem from Ignatian spirituality. To really understand what this unique yet highly practical spirituality is all about, it helps to look at it through many different lenses and to hear about it from many different voices.
Charged with Grandeur contains 365 insightful and inspiring Ignatian thoughts presented in a daily-reading format. As such, it is perfect for anyone who desires to learn more about this popular form of spirituality within the context of daily reflection and prayer.
The hundreds of short entries, grouped under 12 different Ignatian themes, cover the gamut of the spiritual tradition begun by St. Ignatius Loyola. From James Martin, SJ, to Margaret Silf, from Maureen Conroy to David L. Fleming, SJ, each author’s entry allows us to dip our toes into the deep, rich heritage that is Ignatian spirituality. More importantly, each spiritual reflection encourages us to draw closer to God and to live out the Christian faith in everyday life.
Review
"A helpful companion for someone about to make, making, or having made the Exercises."
-- Howard Gray, SJ
Review
“This is a really fine book, exceptionally well-written, informative, and inspiring. It will inspire readers to want to try the Spiritual Exercises.”
- Bill Barry, SJ
Synopsis
In God Finds Us, author Jim Manney makes the Spiritual Exercises more accessible than ever by revealing his inner monologue of thoughts while he did the Exercises and giving everyday, relevant examples of sin, discernment, and meditating on the love of God. In his previous book, A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer, Manney presented the daily Examen to readers in a way that made them feel empowered to make it a part of their regular prayer life. Now he offers God Finds Us to share his experiences of making the Spiritual Exercises in a down-to-earth, accessible narrative. Manney includes pertinent biblical examples that help us make the connections between how we pray, view sin, and make appropriate life decisions today.
Synopsis
Charged with Grandeur contains 365 insightful and inspiring Ignatian thoughts presented in a daily-reading format. Each spiritual reflection encourages us to draw closer to God and to live out the Christian faith in everyday life.
About the Author
Jim Manney is a popular writer on Ignatian topics (What’s Your Decision?, A Simple, Life-Changing Prayer) as well as the editor of many books on Ignatian spirituality, including What Is Ignatian Spirituality.