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The Transformation Intensive podcast provides weekly instruction and inspiration for people on a nine-month journey through the Ignatian exercises.
In this week’s episode of the Transformation Intensive podcast, Ned Arnold gives a detailed explanation of Rule Number Three of discernment, which addresses consolation and the fruits of the Spirit. Valerie McIntyre introduces Week 11, which focuses on contemplating the Incarnation and Nativity of Jesus Christ. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on familiar biblical stories to gain a deeper, more personal knowledge of Jesus. The episode offers tips on using images and imagination to enhance prayer and meditation. Practical advice on creative and imaginative prayer, supported by visual art, poetry, and even family activities, is given to help participants more fully engage with the exercises. The episode concludes with a guided prayer session using Rublev’s famous Trinity icon.
00:00 Introduction to Transformation Intensive
00:34 Entering the Second Movement: Week 11
01:40 The Power of Images in Prayer
04:29 Understanding Consolation
09:04 Prayer Exercises for the Week
10:04 The Role of Imagination in Ignatian Spirituality
17:38 Tips for Creative Prayer
22:27 Daydreaming and Background Prayer
29:35 Guided Prayer Exercise with Icons
40:53 Closing Prayer and Blessing
Music by Austin Sebek, "Something"www.worshipstart.com/royaltyfreemusic
Transformation Intensive
The Transformation Intensive podcast provides weekly instruction and inspiration for people on a nine-month journey through the Ignatian exercises.