The examen of consciousness is a way to look back over the day and consider where did you find god in the events of your day. That leaves me to stick at it, day after day but i can always go back to the book when i fail. I have let stress into my life and it has been bringing me down. The examen prayer a video and audio guided reflection for daily use. I have to honestly admit that the last book that i read of his was one of the deepest books that. Even at those times when you might not be able to read, you can still be edified by listening to these books. My practice of the examen prayer has been revived by this reading, and i thank father gallagher for this, but i was expecting more. Jul 31, 2012 jared dees is passionate about sharing practical resources to teach faith. Prayer is an invitation from god, inviting us into relationship with god. Experience less stress, more purpose, and better sleep. An audio examen on the blessing of family and our role in it. The examen prayer is presented here as an unabridged audio book read by fr.
Become aware of the love with which god looks upon me as i begin this. Exploring the ignatian examen of consciousness audible audiobook original recording. It is a meditation with roots not only in ignatian spirituality, but also in the spiritual practices of the ancient stoics. Gallagher does a really good job of setting up the prayer as more than just going through the steps. Ignatius, we believe that praying the examen will lead to a better life. This post is based on week seven of an ignatian prayer adventure. Saint ignatius said if you prayed no other prayer, you should at least pray the examen once a day. Examen for children by pray as you go free listening on. Starting now, why not make a proposal to make your own personal daily examen. The purpose is to become more aware of the ways in which god has been present to you, the times when the holy spirit was drawing you towards life. Saint ignatius often recommends that before prayer we ask. The examen prayer a video and audio guided reflection. Timothy gallaghers the examen prayer is presented here as an unabridged audio book read by fr. The more we go through the examen for children, the more this habit of teaching our children prayer will become.
I picked up a prayer book and out fell a bookmark showing a. For no reason whatsoever would this great saint justify skipping over and neglecting this all important prayer. Morning and before bed tracks are meant to bookend your day. A kind of lifelong examen, inspired by ignatius contemplation to attain love.
Examen prayer i by pray as you go published on 201210t09. Invite god to search the depths of your heart as you meditate on the ten commandments found in exodus 20. The ignatian examen, or the daily examen is a contemplative prayer led by memory. Saint ignatius often recommends that before prayer we ask god for what i want and desire. The 500yearold daily practice of honest selfassessment and. Gallagher draws from reallife stories and his experience as a spiritual director to explain the core principles of the examen prayer. Gallagherss various books and audio which are available for purchase. This book introduces the examen prayer as a rich resource for all spiritual seekers.
An examen is not an examination of conscience, but rather a general analysis or survey of our day and done at least once a day. Apr 21, 2014 a reflective looking back over your day the examen prayer of ignatius loyola from st beunos, narrated by sr. Following the format of the examen prayer developed by st. Home ignatian prayer the daily examen the examen video. Petition ask god for an insight and a strength that will make this examen a work of. Ignatius loyolas examen is an opportunity for peaceful daily reflective prayer. God will be journeying with you today, and the best way to start is with prayer. Exploring the ignatian examen of consciousness audiobook. This version of the examen is to be prayed in the morning, assessing your desires, feelings, and possible challenges as you face a new day. Clay horton leads you in an endofday prayer to reflect on events of the day and where you saw god. Below are several audio meditations god in all things has produced.
For the last 40 years of my life as a jesuit i have been committed to making the examen each day. If you only have a few minutes to spend with god today, contemplate one commandment or one verse, instead of. The examen prayer a video and audio guided reflection for daily use the daily examen prayer the examen can be done at any time of the day, but it is highly recommended for midday and the close of the evening. This version of the examen is to be prayed at the close of the day, giving you a chance to reflect on the day with god at your side. The events of the day are exactly what we focus on in the examen, but this powerful form of prayer is not meant to be just a recap of the day. He is best known for his website the religion teacher and is the author of many books including 31 days to becoming a better religious educator, to heal, proclaim, and teach, praying the angelus, christ in the classroom, and beatitales. They allow you to listen to uplifting classics while you drive or do work around your home. It is often a prayer at the end of the day but may be used any time. Click the image to the right to download and listen to the examen anytime.
Ignatian wisdom for our lives today audiobook unabridged audiobook. The examen is a good tracker prayer that can help you keep up with yourself and remain aware of how you are moving through the day. Saint ignatius insisted on never neglecting the daily examen. Dec 21, 2014 the examen can be done anytime of the day, but it is highly recommended for midday and the close of the evening. This examen prayer is specifically designed for use with children of key stage 1 and 2 age. Thibodeaux, sj, author of reimagining the ignatian examen, outlines how to pray the daily examen. There are many versions of the examen today, but all have five steps. Examen prayer is a technique of prayer and meditation for sensing gods presence and guidance in daily life. Different prayer forms for different personality types by michael chester and marie norrisey. Gallaghers book on the ignatian examen prayer is an excellent introduction to the prayer, as well as a deepening for those who already pray the examen and want to improve their experience.
Regular daily practice of the examen allows you to reflect on the person you are and. What is the examen and how can we begin to pray it. We give praise and thanksgiving for the blessed moments. Teaching our children prayer is teaching them the habit of talking to god. Venerable brunos spiritual direction fo lay people. Spiritual conversations with children audiobook by lacy. Timothy gallagher draws from reallife stories and his experience as a spiritual director to explain the core principles of the examen pray. About 400 years ago, saint ignatius loyola developed a beautiful gratitude prayer practice called the daily examen thats just as inspiring today as it was during his time. Reimagining the ignatian examen flip books ignatian. Timothy gallagher the examen prayer discerning hearts.
The examen prayer a video and audio guided reflection for daily use the daily examen prayer the examen can be done at any time of the day, but it is highly recommended for midday and the close of. It invites us to find the movement of god in all the. To visit with him, tell him about their day, the neat things they found or their friends. The examen prayer, or the daily examen, was developed by roman catholic saint ignatius of loyola 14911556, founder of the jesuits. The first book to explain the popular christian practice of the examen prayer. Reimagining the examen offers a unique prayer experience thats tailored to your needs and mood. Reimagining the ignatian examen audiobook father mark e. Become aware of the love with which god looks upon me as. The articles of incorporation of the prodigal father productions, inc. The prayer of examen is a daily spiritual exercise developed by st. Exploring the ignatian examen of consciousness audiobook by. Although intended for young adults, this version is applicable to adults of any age. Thats where reimagining the ignatian examen comes in. Inspired, he developed the examenlife app for users to share volunteer activities, post positive messages, promote nonprofit organizations, and celebrate the philanthropic spirit.
The examen can be done anytime of the day, but it is highly recommended for midday and the close of the evening. If done, the fruits are countless and blessings copious from such a tool, an indispensable tool to. Just click on the link to access the audio and to download the file. The examen prayer is one of the foundations of ignatian prayer. The prayer of examen sounds so simple, but it isnt and it is so helpful to find an author who not only explains it, but takes one through it stepbystep and gives actual examples. Then just click on the image and youll be directed to to access the audio and to. Examen prayer catholic books pauline books and media.
The daily examen a powerful gratitude prayer josie robinson. Saint ignatius of loyola and many other saints after him recommended that we become more aware with an examen. The examen can also be a good means of identifying the need for good habits or discovering good habits you are already beginning to establish. The daily examen a powerful gratitude prayer josie.
The examen is an outstanding spiritual prayer, which for me, neatly combines steps 10 and 11 in the alcoholics anonymous 12step program. Where did you get in the way of finding god in those events. Ignatius of loyola and has a deep history in the ignatian tradition. It gives us a chance to take part in the story of creation, have an effect on the world, be involved in its godstory, and most importantly, reflect on how we contribute. The examen prayer a video and audio guided reflection for. The examen comes from the spiritual exercises of st. Thibodeaux, sj, the flip books bring the examen to your desktop, laptop, or mobile device.
Ignatius understood prayer to be the center of the spiritual life. Finding rest and direction in contemplative prayer unabridged audio book on cd. Recite what is sent of the book by inspiration to thee, and establish regular prayer. Become aware of the love with which god looks upon me as i begin this examen. The ignatian examen is a daily renewal of your relationship with the loving god. If you make a habit of practicing the daily examen, you will grow closer to god in your thoughts and deeds and will be free to choose to follow him. While out for a jog in the spring of 2015 and listening to an audiobook, matt learned of the examen prayer. Through 12 audio lectures, you will explore the ignatian examen as a way to honor the inspiration of the holy spirit, the companionship of jesus christ, and the sustaining love of the father. The daily examen is a technique of prayerful reflection on the events of the day in order to detect gods presence and discern his direction for us. Gallagher takes us deeper into the prayer ignatius of loyola believed was at the center of the spiritual life, showing how relevant it is today. The daily examen the examen, or examination of conscience, is a quick prayer to help you see where god was active in your day. The prayer may take between ten and twenty minutes. Jesuit resource jesuit az daily examen xavier university. You give thanks, ask forgiveness, and ask for help tomorrow.
An examen on how god has taken and blessed us, loved us in brokenness, and given us to the world. The prayer of examen is a way of assessing ones life. During an examen, one reflects on the current day, focussing on memories from the events of. Today, we have received the ignatian examen as a prayer of consciousness of the. The purpose is to become more aware of the ways in which god has been present to you and the holy spirit was drawing you towards life. Ignatius of loyola 14911556 as part of his work on spiritual exercises. Rather than a prayer utilized to clear ones conscience, the examen is a prayer of consciousness.
Initially, we read about each of the five step and where they fit in the practice of the prayer as well as how to practice. How to make the examen part of your day find links to more resources on the examen, including several videos and audio files leading you through the prayer. Ignatius loyola developed a series of spiritual exercises that have been used by thousands to become more spiritually healthy. Special discounts are available on orders of 10 or more copies of a book or disc set. The examen prayer is a transforming and evergrowing practice in christian spirituality. An ignatian guide for everyday living audiobook dvd series. At the end of your day, find a comfortable place, and remind yourself that god is there with you. Ignatius, the examen journal is a prayer tool to empower you to reflect on your daily highs and lows as a means of exploring gods presence in your life. If you only have a few minutes to spend with god today, contemplate one commandment or one verse, instead of all ten. This series is ideal for both newcomers and those who practice and teach the ignatian spiritual tradition.
Examen prayer the daily prayers within this reading plan. Gratitude note the gifts that gods love has given you this day and give thanks to god for them. I have the kindle version on my ipad and i look forward to trying a new approach each evening. Here we are pleased to share another method for praying the examen online flip books, using prayers found in reimagining the ignatian examen. Ignatiuss 500yearold prayer, guides you through a stimulating reflection on your day, helping you invite god into your nittygritty. Examen prayer is the holy spirits application to our lives of scriptural teachings or descriptions of holiness in order to determine where we lack andor succeed in living a holy life. Examen prayer i by pray as you go free listening on soundcloud. Ignatius loyola included in his spiritual exercises a prayer called the examen, which derives from the latin word for examination. We also look back to find moments in the day when things didnt go so wellwhen we were hurt by something that happened to us, or when we sinned or made a mistake. Sometimes i have found this prayer dry, routine and a chore. Ignatius loyola in his classic text the spiritual exercises.
The examen is an ancient practice in the church that can help us see gods hand at work in our whole experience. Discover christian living prayer audio cd resources. One prayer described in the spiritual exercises is the examen, a daily prayer habit practiced by many christians longing to recognize god in daily living. Like our physical muscles, our spiritual muscles need exercise. The prayer of examen is a prayer form developed by st. Learn how to pray the examen and help see gods will in your daily life. Your conversations with god are collected in one place for you keep and pray over. The britishproduced prayasyougo has just released a new audio examen. Usually done for 15 to 20 minutes at the end of a day, the prayer was popularized by st.