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When I felt God close, I knew I was on the right path

When I felt God close, I knew I was on the right path

by Ignatius (Chí Nhân) Nguyễn, SJ | Mar 25, 2022 | Jesuit 101, Religious Life    ~ Approx. 5 mins

The following reflection is part of our “Jesuit 101” series, celebrating the Ignatian Year. This piece helps us to better understand the concepts of consolation and desolation from the Spiritual Exercises. To learn more, check out our explainer article: “Jesuit 101:...

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Reflecting on his current studies in theology, Josh reflects on how a hundreds-year-old debate on the sacraments touched his own life and brought him healing.

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