Stretched for Greater Glory: What to expect from the Spiritual Excercises

by George A. Aschenbrenner S.J.

Overview

The joy and freedom to be found in the Ignatian exercises comes to life in this book by George A. Aschenbrenner, SJ. While many scholarly books and commentaries have explored the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, Aschenbrenner introduces readers to the dynamics that are at the heart of these Ignatian exercises in Stretched for Greater Glory. His straightforward commentary and vast knowledge make this book appropriate for both the novice spiritual seeker and the experienced spiritual director.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780829420876
Publisher:	Loyola Press
Publication date:	11/01/2004
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	225
Sales rank:	188,864
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Age Range:	3 Months to 18 Years

About the Author

George A. Aschenbrenner, S.J., is the rector of the Jesuit community at the University of Scranton, Pennsylvania. He has been the director of the Jesuit Center for Spiritual Growth in Wernersville, Pennsylvania, and has worked with the Spiritual Exercises for over 20 years. He is also the author of a number of books, including Quickening the Fire in Our Midst (Loyola Press, 2002).

Table of Contents

	Acknowledgments	ix
	Introduction	xi
1	Ignatius's Spiritual Exercises and the Word of God	1
2	Preliminary Profound Practicalities	11
3	A Glorious Foundation	35
4	A Forgiven Sinner: Awed in Gratitude	51
5	Readied for Wise Loving	65
6	A School of Discipleship	77
7	A Cosmic Confrontation	87
8	Choosing and Loving Always for God's Glory	101
9	A Compassionate Joy beyond Any Disappointment	117
10	Daily Life: Gratefully Serving God in All	133
11	Methods of Praying and Some Rules	149
12	Discernment of Spirits in the Exercises	161
13	A More Probing Discernment	189
	Epilogue	201
	Notes	203