Deep silence leads us to realize that prayer is, above all, acceptance. ~Henry Nouwen The summer edition of the IJC Voice is one of gratefulness: there is so much happening at the Centre and we are so thankful for each …
Life is precious. Not because it is unchangeable, like a diamond, but because it is vulnerable, like a little bird. ~Henry Nouwen June’s IJC Voice includes a reflection on the changes that have been made to the Loyola House retreat …
To be calm and quiet by yourself is not the same as sleeping. In fact, it means being fully awake and following with close attention every move going on inside of you. ~ Henri Nouwen Lots of gratitude, retreat opportunities …
Sitting in the silence of one’s hearts, and resting in God’s presence, is more satisfying and of greater import than any special grace. ~Steph Rossetti Our hearts are full of gratitude and we are thrilled to welcome both returning and …
When we sow a seed, we plant a narrative of future possibility. ~ Sue Stuart-Smith Catch up on what is happening at the Centre by reading March’s IJC Voice online here or open up this PDF. Read about this year’s …
In the attitude of silence the soul finds the path in a clearer light, and what is elusive and deceptive resolves itself into crystal clearness. Our life is a long and arduous quest after Truth. – Mahatma Gandhi There is …
When your tongue is silent, you can rest in the silence of the forest. When your imagination is silent, the forest speaks to you. It tells you of its unreality and of the Reality of God. But when your mind …
“Stillness is the flower of winter, all hope waits beneath a blanket of white.” – unknown This is the time of year when we bring you a message of Christmas hope, of a longing to open our hearts to all …
Dear friend, We are so pleased to share with you that the Ignatius Jesuit Centre’s Loyola House will be reopening to on-site retreats, programs and conferences in April 2022. It’s been much too long without your presence! Plans are well …
Silence gives us a new outlook on everything. – Mother Teresa November’s IJC Voice is now online! Find out what is going on at the Centre and more! Read it here online or see the PDF version here.
