Stretched for Greater Glory: What to Expect from the Spiritual ExercisesThe 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. For further information on Ignatian Spirituality, please visit our sister site: www.IgnatianSpirituality.com |
Contents
Preliminary Profound Practicalities | 11 |
A Glorious Foundation | 35 |
Awed in Gratitude | 51 |
Readied for Wise Loving | 65 |
A Cosmic Confrontation | 87 |
Choosing and Loving Always for Gods Glory | 101 |
A Compassionate Joy beyond Any Disappointment | 117 |
Gratefully Serving God in All | 133 |
Methods of Praying and Some Rules | 149 |
A More Probing Discernment | 189 |
Notes | 203 |
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