Knowing that our Heavenly Father forgives our sins allows us to forgive. This spiritual dimension of forgiveness highlights its importance not just in our relationships with others, but in our relationship with God.

Christian Living, Compassion, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Prayer, Relationships, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizSeptember 16, 2024Forgiveness, Inner Peace, Jesus' Teachings, Emotional Healing, Spiritual Growth, Our Father, Compassion

Discernment: 3 Warning Signs

We've come to recognize that feelings of disquiet, anxiety, and fear aren't just random emotions; they're signposts, indicating the presence of obstacles on our path.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Spiritual PracticesCamilla MaravillaAugust 12, 2024Discernment, Spiritual Growth, Warning Signs, Disquiet, Anxiety, Fear, Divine Guidance, Faith Journey, Spiritual Advancement

Navigating Inner Movements: A Journey of Discernment

This discernment is crucial, as it helps us identify the source of our inner stirrings, empowering us to make choices that align with our deepest values.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizAugust 1, 2024Discernment, Spiritual Journey, Inner Movements, Reflection, Divine Guidance, Emotional Awareness, Conscious Choices, Inner Peace, Connection with God

Images of God

It's about discerning the difference between the God of our imagination and the God who speaks to us through scripture, through the profound experiences of grace and love that punctuate our lives.

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Prayer, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizJuly 8, 2024Faith, God, Spiritual Exploration, True Essence of God, Scripture, Grace, Love, Misconceptions, Divine Truth, Relationship with God

God's Vintage Point: A Diving Tapestry

In embracing our role in this tapestry, we commit to living a life of faith, acting as conduits for God's grace, and trusting that our efforts will anchor and guide the future generations.

Comfort, Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizJuly 1, 2024Faith, Trust, God's Plan, Divine Perspective, Life's Tapestry, Grace, Wisdom, Future Generations, Needlepoint, Spiritual Reflection

Walking with God: Embracing Transparency and Connection

Discover the Power of Honest Conversations with God: Walking Transparently in His Presence

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Religious Insights, Relationships, Transformation, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizNovember 6, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseWalking with God, Transparency with God, Spiritual Journey, Genesis Chapter 3, Adam and Eve, Fr. Mike French SJ, Christian Reflections, Divine Companionship

Opening the Door to God's Love

Experience the Unconditional Love of God: Embracing His Presence in Your Life

Faith and Reflection, Prayer, Relationships, Religious Insights, Christian Living, Transformation, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizNovember 3, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseReconnecting with God, Unconditional Love, Jesus Knocking, Book of Revelation, Spiritual Growth, Fr. Mike French SJ, Christian Reflections, Opening Your Heart to God

Embracing Our State of Grace

Discover the Power of Embracing Grace: Finding Your True Identity in God's Love

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Relationships, Religious Insights, Personal Growth, Spiritual Practices, TransformationPepe RuizOctober 27, 2023State of Grace, Sacrament of Confession, God’s Love, Spiritual Growth, Will Reagan, Let You Go, St. Ignatius, Spiritual Exercises, Fr. Mike French SJ, Christian Faith

Blessed Are the Merciful: Embracing Divine and Human Mercy

Discover the Divine Mercy in Everyday Acts: Exploring the Beauty of Compassion and Kindness

Faith and Reflection, Christian Living, Personal Growth, Relationships, Prayer, Religious Insights, Spiritual Practices, TransformationPepe RuizOctober 23, 2023Montserrat Retreat HouseMercy, Divine Mercy, Human Mercy, Love of Neighbor, Samaritan, Prayer for Peace, Perfectionism, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ, Christian Faith

Finding Comfort in Mourning: Insights from Fr. Joe Tetlow, S.J.

Discover how Jesus' words, "Blessed are those who mourn," take on a profound meaning beyond sorrow, offering solace in times of global turmoil and personal struggles. Join Father Joe Tetlow, SJ, as he explores the meaning behind these words, revealing a path from sadness to ultimate comfort that resonates deeply with the challenges of the present world.

Faith and Reflection, Compassion, Spiritual Practices, Mourning, ComfortPepe RuizSeptember 27, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseComfort in Mourning, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ, Divine Empathy, Spiritual Reflections, Christian Comfort, Mourning and Hope

Exploring the Purpose of a Silent Retreat

St. Ignatius says that there are three purposes for doing a SILENT retreat. 1) From the point of view of God, 2) From our own point of view, and benefit, and 3)From the perspective of the Relationship we have with God.

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual Practices, TransformationPepe RuizAugust 9, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseSilent Retreat, Spiritual Growth, Ignatian Spirituality, Fr. Pepe Ruiz SJ, The Spiritual Exercises

Overcoming Judgment and Gossip: A Path to Spiritual Growth

Gossip could be counteracted with first loving yourself.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Religious Insights, Personal Growth, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizJuly 26, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseJudgment, Gossip, Spiritual Growth, Self-Compassion, Fr. Pepe Ruiz SJ

Embracing Our Role as Co-Creators with God

We are called to be co-creators with God, even if we can’t create from nothing.

Spiritual Practices, Transformation, Religious Insights, Personal Growth, DiscipleshipPepe RuizJune 28, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HousePope Francis, Co-Creators, Discipleship, Love, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ

Preserving Democracy: Our Christian Duty in Turbulent Times

Amidst political turmoil, let us remember the vital link between virtuous individuals and a thriving democracy, staying true to our faith, upholding our values, and exercising our right to vote.

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Religious Insights, Spiritual Practices, Discipleship, DemocracyPepe RuizJune 21, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseDemocracy, Christian Duty, Virtue, Faith, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ

Reflecting God's Glory: Understanding Our Role in Glorifying the Divine

Through giving glory to God, we discover the joy and peace that comes from recognizing the Giver in every gift bestowed upon us.

Spiritual Practices, Religious Insights, Personal Growth, Faith and Reflection, Christian LivingPepe RuizJune 7, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseGlorifying God, Divine Presence, Joy, Peace, Fr. Mike French SJ

Embracing the Mystery: Believing in the Holy Spirit

"We are stardust, breathed to life by the Holy Spirit. Baptized in Christ, we're called to bring peace and kindness to a desolate world. We are the leaven, the Kingdom right at hand.We live in Christ, and the tree of faith keeps growing. Let's keep praying to truly mean it. #IgnatianSpirituality"

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Ignatian Spirituality, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizApril 12, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseHoly Spirit, Faith, Baptism, Christian Living, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ

Embracing the Call to Evangelize: A Reflection on the New Evangelization

All Christians, not just clergy, are called to evangelize by loving and hoping in Jesus Christ in day-to-day lives and in everything give thanks to the Lord to do the 'new evangelization'.

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Evangelization, Spiritual Practices, Religious InsightsPepe RuizMarch 29, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseEvangelization, Mission, Christian Living, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ

Reflecting on God's Love: Three Characteristics to Consider This Lent

As we enter the Lenten season, it's essential to pause and contemplate the significance of this time in our relationship with God. Lent is a period to rejoice in God's love, and here are three key characteristics of His love to ponder:

Christian Living, Lent and Easter, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizMarch 22, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseLent, God's Love, Reflection, Spiritual Growth, Fr. Derek Vo SJ

Exploring Inner Freedom: A Lenten Perspective

Three Lenten practices. Three ways to grow in freedom this year.

Christian Living, Faith and Reflection, Lent and Easter, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizMarch 1, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseLent, Inner Freedom, Stephen Covey, Seven Habits, Lenten Practices, Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving

Embracing Lent: Reflections on Earthly Existence

EARTH: JESUS’ HUMBLE HOME AND OURS - Lent reminds us of our final return to the earth. But this earth, where Jesus lived and loved, is our humble home too.

Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Lent and Easter, Spiritual Practices, Religious Insights, TransformationPepe RuizFebruary 22, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseLent, Earthly Existence, Reflection, Mortality, Divine Promise, Lenten Journey, Renewa

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