The Ignatian Adventure: Experiencing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in Daily Life

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The Ignatian Adventure: Experiencing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in Daily Life

Name: The Ignatian Adventure: Experiencing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in Daily Life
Brand: Loyola Press
SKU: 435771
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Author: Kevin O'Brien S.J.
ISBN: 9780829435771

By: Kevin O'Brien S.J.

Loyola Press / 2011 / Paperback

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In The Ignatian Adventure, Kevin O'Brien, SJ, offers today's time-strapped individual a unique way of "making" the Spiritual Exercises in daily life. The first part of the book provides a brief history of St. Ignatius and the purpose of the Spiritual Exercises. Readers draw into a deeper encounter with God through 32 weeks of prayer. Woven throughout are the book are the author's own personal experiences of living out the Exercises in his own life, allowing the reader a glimpse into how the Exercises intersect with the real world.

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Title: The Ignatian Adventure: Experiencing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in Daily Life
By: Kevin O'Brien S.J.
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 300
Vendor: Loyola Press
Publication Date: 2011

Dimensions: 8.50 X 5.50 (inches)
Weight: 14 ounces
ISBN: 0829435778
ISBN-13: 9780829435771
UPC: 9780829435771
Stock No: WW435771

Publisher's Description

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Revised & Updated and Includes a New Preface from the Author

Embark on the spiritual ADVENTURE of a lifetime.

There's no better guide than St. Ignatius of Loyola for people who want to enliven their faith, discover their purpose, and make better decisions in their life.

In this revised edition of The Ignatian Adventure, Kevin O'Brien, SJ, offers a unique way of experiencing the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius in daily life. With O'Brien as our navigator, we adventure through 32 weeks of prayer and meditations that draw us into a deeper encounter with God.

What sets this book apart from other Ignatian retreats is how O'Brien incorporates the timeless counsel of wisdom figures throughout the ages and personal stories about living the Exercises in everyday life. O'Brien makes it easy to see how these teachings intersect with the real world.

The Ignatian Adventure is an ideal resource for spiritual directors. Its user-friendly style also makes it the perfect book for anyone seeking a better understanding of Ignatian spirituality and a richer prayer life.

Author Bio

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KEVIN O'BRIEN, SJ, is a Jesuit priest, lifelong educator, and former practicing lawyer. He regularly conducts retreats for young and old alike. O'Brien brings a unique blend of insight and real-life experience to his writing, leadership, and spiritual direction. He is also the author of Seeing with the Heart: A Guide to Navigating Life's Adventures.

Publisher Summary

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There is no better guide than St. Ignatius Loyola if one desires to discover how faith and everyday life can thrive together. In The Ignatian Adventure, Kevin O'Brien, SJ, follows St. Ignatius's lead and offers today's time-strapped individual a unique way of "making" the Spiritual Exercises in daily life.

The first part of O'Brien's book provides helpful background information, including a brief history of St. Ignatius, an explanation of the Spiritual Exercises and their purpose, and a description of different ways to make the Exercises. The book's core offers 32 weeks of prayer and meditations to draw participants into a deeper encounter with God.

But what truly sets this book apart from other 19th annotations is how O'Brien has woven throughout the chapters his own personal accounts of living out the Exercises in everyday life. Through his deeply moving stories, readers discover how the Exercises intersect with the real world.

,em>The Ignatian Adventure is an ideal resource for spiritual directors, but its user-friendly, down-to-earth style also makes it perfect for any individual seeking a deeper life of prayer.

Author Bio

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Kevin O'Brien, SJ, is a former lawyer who became a Jesuit nearly 15 years ago. He regularly conducts spiritual retreats for the young and old alike. An experienced high school and college teacher, he currently serves as the executive director of campus ministry at Georgetown University.

Editorial Reviews

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"This beautiful book will change the way you pray, the way you experience God, and the way you live."
James Martin, SJ, author of My Life with the Saints

"To peer deeper into faith isn't something so easily done for many Christians." The Ignatian Adventure: Experiencing the Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius in Daily Life" is a comprehensive guide to the faith of St. Ignatius Loyola, as author and Jesuit priest Kevin O' Brien present an studious exploration of faith and how to gain a better understanding of it. "The Ignatian Adventure" is a powerful addition to any Christian studies collection and for any Christian who is seeking a more scholarly understanding of faith and St. Ignatius."
-- The Midwest Book Review