Ignatian
Spirituality In Music
Songs for Retreat
Ignatius recorded his own spiritual journey and invited others to meditate on central aspects of faith such as being a dependent creature, a loved sinner, and a disciple called to follow the living Christ. These "Spiritual Exercises" originally took 30 days full-time and were organized into phases or "weeks." Today the meditations are often adapted into an extended retreat in daily life.
Click a song name to access 1) sheet music you can print and listen to online; 2) an outtake from the lyrics; 3) quotes for your consideration; and 4) Scripture passages for meditation.
Gathering |
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| Spirituality in the World | Holy People, Holy City | ||
| Ignatian Motto | Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam | ||
| Pilgrim Community | From-Here-To-There-Glory | ||
Preparing |
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| Created in and for Divine Love | Come, We Seek Your Face | ||
| Principle and Foundation (or dismissal) | Take Us To The Mountain | ||
Phase One |
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| Loved and Redeemed Sinner | Jesus, Peace | ||
| Our Sin, God’s Mercy | The Jesus Prayer | ||
| Examination of Consciousness | All That We Seek | ||
| Incarnation/Poverty of Spirit | This Is Jesus | ||
Phase Two |
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| The Call of the King | The Reign Of God | ||
| Two Strategies/Banners | Whose Banner Is Flying? | ||
| Poverty of Spirit/Trust | Anima Christi | ||
Phase Three |
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| Passion Meditation | Wounded Hands | ||
Phase Four |
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| Finding God in All Things | In Your Holy Presence | ||
| Take, Receive Prayer of St. Ignatius | Blessed Are You, Lord God | ||
Leaving/Blessing |
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| Seeking/Living the Gifts of the Spirit | Breathe On Your People | ||
| Principle and Foundation | Take Us To The Mountain | ||
| Living Out Freedom, Justice and Love | The Walk Of Freedom | ||
| Spirituality in the World | Holy People, Holy City | ||