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Bridging English and Culture Studies to Priestly Formation
International Catholic priests, seminarians, and laity gather at Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology in Hales Corners, Wisconsin, because our English and Culture Studies Program prepares them for priestly formation and future ministry. Students enjoy community through daily prayer, Mass, spiritual activities, common meals, shared learning experiences, and cultural components. Core courses focus on English reading, writing, grammar, and oral communication. Advanced students develop graduate level English skills through our Seminary Bridge Seminar, theological Book Talks, and Clear Pronunciation of the Eucharist (Accent Modification, 100% online or in person). Ask how we bridge international seminarians to Priestly Formation! Email: ecsp@shsst.edu Phone: (414) 858-4708 Website: https://www.shsst.edu/ecsp
WHAT ARE THE SPIRITUAL EXERCISES OF ST. IGNATIUS?
WHAT ARE THE SPIRITUAL EXERCISES OF ST. IGNATIUS? By Dr. Stephanie Russell The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola are a means of opening oneself to the work of God in one’s life. Ignatius, a Basque nobleman of the late 15th and early 16th centuries underwent a powerful spiritual conversion in his late twenties. Recovering from a battle wound over the course of many months, Ignatius spent hours contemplating his life’s purpose and the compelling examples set by saints such as Dominic and Francis. He determined to leave the life of privilege to which he had become accustomed, and commended himself and all of his energies to serving God. Ignatius’ desire was to “help souls” and he engaged in spiritual conversation with almost anyone he met. The experience of his own conversion led Ignatius to share what he learned with others and, eventually, refine his personal prayer journal into what we now call the Spiritual Exercises.