The Examen
A Resource Page for this Ignatian Spiritual Practice
How do I pray with the Examen?The Ignatian Examen is an intentional practice that invites us to get quiet and reflect on how God shows up in our lives, and how our lives . This practice can be done daily, weekly, monthly, yearly or however frequently you feel best fits your own prayer life.
While reflecting on the past, some questions you may want to reflect on these seven aspects of our lives:
Now take the time to reset for the days to come. What is your hope for the future after reflecting on the past? |
Journaling with the ExamenIf you enjoy journaling, this may be the perfect prayer practice for you! Or if you are a person who has always wanted to keep a journal but maybe never knew where to start, the Examen could act as a prayerful guide.
These journal prompts can help you through practicing the Examen: "How have I loved the Lord my God with all my
"What am I grateful for?" "What do I need to confess?" "What are your intentions for the days/weeks ahead?" Writing can be a tool to help you center, be honest during your reflection time, and help set intentions for the coming days that you can then refer back to over time. |
The Examen
|
|
Worship Times
Sunday 8:00am in person and live stream 9:15am Education Hour for all ages 10:30am in person Taizé Service - 1st Sundays @ 7:00 pm Wednesday 12:00 pm Eucharist + Healing Service |
Grace Church in the Mountains
394 N. Haywood Street, Waynesville, North Carolina 28786 • Phone: (828) 456-6029 Email: [email protected]
394 N. Haywood Street, Waynesville, North Carolina 28786 • Phone: (828) 456-6029 Email: [email protected]