A Transformative Journey Into the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola
Do you have an active prayer life but desire a deeper faith? Are you seeking a more intimate relationship with God, yourself, and others? Then it may be time to journey into the Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life.
What Are the Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life?
The Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life (SEEL) are designed to help you encounter God in a more contemplative and personal way — in all aspects of creation and in your daily life.
This 32-week journey involves meditations, contemplations, and prayer practices compiled by St. Ignatius of Loyola. These exercises draw us into a profound encounter with God, leading to a more intimate relationship with God and generous service of others. Emmaus House will be your guide on this journey to a deeper awareness of God’s presence.
What to Expect
SEEL involves 32 weeks of guided prayer, spiritual direction, and optional group meetings. It is available in two formats.
One-on-One Format
Daily personal prayer & reflection (45-60 minutes)
Weekly meetings with a spiritual director
Available anytime throughout the year
Group Format
Daily personal prayer & reflection (45-60 minutes)
Group meetings
Twice-monthly meetings with a spiritual director
Available mid-September through mid-May
Embarking on the Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life is a significant commitment. We invite you to prayerfully discern your desire to make this retreat at this time in your life. Please let us know if we can be of support to you in your discernment.
If you sense that God is inviting you to make the Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life and would like to further explore your options, please reach out to us. Please also contact us regarding the cost of each format. Scholarships are available.
What Others Have to Say About Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life
My experience with the group at the Emmaus House working through the Ignatian Exercises was life-changing. I don’t say that about many things. I loved the rhythms of daily prayer that began to be built into my personal life. And to be on this journey with others who were so willing to share their experiences with Jesus and scripture was priceless. I began to see and experience familiar scriptures differently as I sat alone with them and the Lord, as well as gaining so much spiritual treasure as I listened to others express their experiences with God and his word in the midst of everyday life.
Laurie Jensen
Des Moines, Iowa
When I first discerned whether or not to participate in the retreat, my first thought was 32 weeks, wow, I don’t know if I have the perseverance to do that! Well, thankfully, the Holy Spirit took over. The time spent during the exercises was probably the best time spiritually that has ever happened to me. During this time, I was able to develop a daily spiritual conversation with God, which I continue today. I really didn’t have this happening before the retreat started. I feel so blessed now to have the opportunity to talk to God, one-on-one, and share with him my desires and needs. I am truly grateful for all that I have gained spiritually as a result of the retreat.
Glen
Des Moines, Iowa
The Spiritual Exercises provided by the Emmaus House have enabled me to get closer with my faith. The class truly opened my spiritual heart to how much God loves each and every one of us. I would encourage all people of faith to participate in a class like this to experience God’s daily presence in all things.
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This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions, both personal and for those most affected in…
Beginning Tuesday, February 17th, Emmaus House will offer a Reading & Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices…
