The Examen

I just read a book called the Examen Prayer by Tim Gallager OVM (oblate of the virgin Mary), "the foremost expert (english speaking) in Ignatian spirituality in the world"- Fr. Gerry McCarren.

The book is about St. Ignatius "Examen Prayer" something that has become somewhat well known in different ways. The 12 steps of AA is partially based on this. It's a traditional catholic practice.

Anyway, the book is awesome (only bout 12 bucks on amazon). It's a keeper. It was one of the most helpful books I've read recently regarding prayer, and growing deeper into prayer.

Objective Review: 9

Subjective Review: 9

MC Review: 8

One theme I am noticing over these past few weeks here at ICS is growing deeper into prayer. Not by our own efforts (cooperation of course) but by the Holy Spirit's inititiave and interest in us. He slowly leads us into deeper and richer places, close to pure Truth. The Truth.