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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 episode of the Transformation Intensive Podcast, Anne Gammel welcomes listeners to the 21st week of the Ignatian spiritual exercises, focusing on staying with Jesus during Lent. She shares personal reflections on God's grace, the power of carrying a solidarity stone, and insights into recognizing Jesus in his 'distressing disguise.' The episode also delves into Ignatius' Rule 13, highlighting the importance of bringing struggles into the light to avoid the enemy's deceptive tactics. The discussion includes practical advice on deepening one's connection with Jesus through his Passion, as well as encountering God through the distress of others. Finally, Megan and Tim Davis share their experiences hosting refugee families, shedding light on the profound impact of such acts of love and service. The episode concludes with a prayer written by Peter Faber, reflecting on finding blessings through Jesus' trials.
00:00 Introduction to Transformation Intensive
01:03 Solidarity Stones and Personal Reflections
02:17 Jesus in His Distressing Disguise
03:57 Rule 13: The Enemy's Tactics
09:37 Union with God Through Suffering
10:58 Revealing Jesus Through Human Weakness
22:00 Personal Stories of Refugee Support
27:39 Tim and Megan's Reflections on Service
37:57 Closing Prayer and Final Thoughts
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.