Resources on the Society of Jesus
Explore the following resources on the Society of Jesus.
NOTE: There will be a section on the history of the Society of Jesus as noted below and if it grows large enough, then this resource page will be split and we will use the historical information to create a "History of the Society of Jesus".
Terms
- The Society of Jesus
- Ignatius of Loyola
- The Spiritual Exercises
- The First Principle and Foundation
- The Examen
Videos
Quotes
Prayer
- Ignatian Prayers and Prayer Cards
- Praying with the Irish Jesuits
- Ignatianspirituality.com prayer resource page
- Daily reflection by jesuitprayer.org
History of the Society of Jesus
- Jesuit History: A Timeline of Milestones
- Suppression of the Society of Jesus
- Restoration of the Society of Jesus
- Jesuit History in Brief: A personal View
Featured Resources
The Examen
The Examen, a prayer of awareness that Ignatius of Loyola taught in his Spiritual Exercises, helps one notice God?s presence in our daily lives. This modern adaptation invites reflection upon five points for spiritual thanksgiving, grace, and introspection.
Understanding Jesuit and Ignatian Spirituality
Ever wonder how to describe Ignatian and Jesuit Spirituality? This brochure written by Br. Darrell Burns, S.J., does just that. Providing a contemporary description of the tradition, it is an ideal resource for new students, faculty and staff.
Ignatian Spirituality Is...
This 20-page photograph-filled primer encapsulates six characteristics of Ignatian spirituality, including an introduction to the Spiritual Exercises and the Examen.
Online Adaptations of the Spiritual Exercises
- An Ignatian Prayer Adventure
By Kevin O' Brien, S.J. - Online Adaptation of the Spiritual Exercises
by Creighton University - Full Online Text
by Father Elder Mullan, S.J.
The Center for Mission and Identity at Xavier University
with support from the Conway Institute for Jesuit Education
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