In his recent book from Twenty-Third Publications, “Jesus and the Barbecued Fish Breakfast: A Gospel Story Sampler Inspired by the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius,” Jesuit priest, preacher, retreat director, …
by Steve Givens In Paul Coutinho’s slim new volume, “Awaken to the Divine: 52 Contemplative Reflections to Transform Your Spirit,” (2023, Twenty-Third Publications), the author and long-time friend of the …
Current retreatant Tracy Lawhorn wrote this poem during the Marketplace Spirituality Retreat and read it to the group during our time of sharing near the end of the retreat. She …
by Steve Givens, executive director Virginia Herbers’ 2021 book, “Gifts from Friends We’ve Yet to Meet: A Memoir of Biblical Encounters” (Liturgical Press) is a brief masterpiece in storytelling. In …
By Steve Givens, executive director Whether you’re an experienced and seasoned practitioner of Ignatian spirituality or a seeker looking for new ways to put your faith into practice, Jim Manney’s …
As this post is being published, long-time Bridges prayer companion Sr. Mary Funge, sh, has entered hospice care near the end of a life filled with service and love. Tom …
by Steve Givens, executive director Next week I will begin another year of guiding another person through the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola. After a few weeks of “preparation …
In an article published in Presbyterian Outlook, long-time Bridges board member, volunteer and online site facilitator Hsin-hsin Huang explores the well-known story of Mary and Martha (John 11) and …
By Steve Givens, executive director For many in the Bridges community, praying the daily awareness examen has become part of our daily routine, a crucial pause for prayer that frames …
On June 5, a group of 20 Bridges prayer companions met virtually to discuss their ministry of accompaniment and share their years of wisdom. Event organizer Joan Kletzker was listening …
