Self-donation is the spiritual practice of attention to others. It does not refer to any sort of self-mutilation or injury but rather to the self-control and self-knowledge that allows one person to be attentive to another person. In this post,…
Category: Ignatian spirituality
Seeking God, Decision-Making and the Ignatian Examen, by Susan Mahan, PhD
A blog post presenting the Ignatian Examen as a useful tool in the spiritual journey. Peace and freedom are both hallmarks of a good relationship with God, as well as essential characteristics of good choices when decisions must be made.…
The Sixth Gift: Reverence, by Susan T. Mahan
Reverence is rare in American society yet we love to see it. We are enthralled by dignity in great people. We appreciate graciousness and care, attention to detail, kindness to the helpless. We love to gaze on a photo by…
Becoming Radiant in the Presence of the Lord
Thoughts on the topic of prayer as entering into the Presence of the Lord and spending time there. Examples are taken from Jesus’ teachings, the experiences of Moses, Abraham, and Martha, and the insights of Ignatius of Loyola. Find it.…
The Fifth Gift: Courage, by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
Courage comes from the Latin word for heart cor and the French coeur. To have the heart for something means to be able to face something difficult or frightening and to persevere. Courage therefore does not mean not being afraid. …
Spiritual Growth and Discernment, by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
A reflection on the relationship between spiritual growth and discernment, with examples of ways that ordinary choices are forms of discernment that help us in our spiritual growth. Dr. Mahan is a trained spiritual director and writes from years of…
The Feast of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit and the Seven Gifts: Why It Matters, by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
This blog post provides some background on the Feast of Pentecost and the Holy Spirit before moving on to a consideration of the gift of Knowledge. Find It. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
How Can God Heal Abuse and Trauma? by Susan T. Mahan, PhD
Insights from a survivor of childhood abuse regarding the journey of seeking and finding divine healing. Find it. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet
What is Holiness? Is it Wholeness?
In this blog post, Susan Mahan explores the idea of holiness from a variety of perspectives. Which of the many voices we hear around us and within us are the ones to heed? Find It. Did you like this?…
Asceticism and Mysticism – The Two are Linked, by Susan T. Mahan
A short explanation of the relationship between asceticism and mysticism and their connection to spiritual growth. A follow-up post to Lent: How Could Asceticism Be Helpful to Me? Find it. Did you like this? Share it:Tweet