The Dynamism of Spiritual Formation
19 – 22 September 2025
10.00 am to 4.15 pm (AEST)
Cost $1600
In this module, following the transformative path of spiritual formation found in the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises, we will explore key topics central to spiritual growth and understanding:
* Preliminaries – We begin by examining the essence of spiritual direction in our contemporary world. What role does it play in our lives today? How does it invite us into a deeper relationship with God and a more purposeful connection with others?
* Vision of Season One of the Spiritual Exercises – Here, we dive into the initial movements of the Exercises, understanding the foundational graces of self-awareness and divine encounter. We explore how we are invited to see ourselves honestly and to recognize God’s loving gaze upon us.
* Stages of Faith, Imagination, and Desire in Season Two – This stage focuses on our faith’s evolution and the deepening of our spiritual imagination. Through reflection and desire, we learn to discern God’s call and the movements of the heart that guide us toward a life of meaning and alignment with our values.
* Compassion and Passion in Seasons Three and Four – In the later stages, we turn our attention to the themes of compassion and passion, as exemplified by Jesus in his life, suffering, and resurrection. These seasons invite us to cultivate empathy and courage, strengthening our resolve to live out a compassionate, love-filled response to the world’s needs.
Each topic offers a step on the journey, preparing us to walk with humility, courage, and grace as we engage in the life-changing work of spiritual formation.
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