News and Other Stories from OIS
Ignatian Pathways Episode 3
Coming to you from the Ignatian Family Teach-in for Justice, this mini-reunion of Regional Coordinators of the Contemplative Leaders in Action program focuses on how Ignatian Spirituality helps us press on. We explore the importance of noticing and savoring in Ignatian Spirituality, and muse on the ways that young adults today have a profound window into these dimensions of Ignatian spiritual practice. The conversation covers topics such as Ignatian spirituality and our professional lives, the opportunities that digital culture offers to engage in noticing and savoring, and heroes in faith and justice.
Special thanks to our guests: Beth Brin, University Minister for Formation and Outreach, Regis University and Roxanne de la Torre, Pastoral Associate, Father William J. Bergen SJ Office of Ignatian Spirituality and Faith Formation, Church of St. Ignatius Loyola.
Ignatian Pathways Episode 2
In this "Fordhamtastic" episode, we bring together staff and students who are engaged in Ignatian retreat ministry: Stephanie Roddy, Director of Spiritual Retreat Ministries, Fordham University; Laura Oldfather, Catholic Life Assistant, Fordham University; Kaitlyn Squyres, Fordham University. Roddy, Laura, and Kaitlyn share about how Ignatian Spirituality helps them find God on and off-campus, amidst work as a coach, on the subway commute, and even in academic studies and research. They share tidbits on how to discern so that we know that God is present in these aspects of life. They also talk about how Ignatius is relatable to them as young adults. We land on a slogan of a Fordham favorite pizza joint: love is it, and God's love can lead someone to give up watching hockey, and to grow in authentic love of God, neighbor, and self. Listen now.
The Love and Serve Retreat (Amar y Servir)
OIS’s Love and Serve (Amar y Servir) retreat, presented by Ministerio Hispano Ignaciano, is a two-day Ignatian retreat designed for all those who serve in parish ministries. Recently, the parish community of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Richmond, Virginia, experienced a profound encounter with God through this retreat. Read more.
Listen to Our Newest Podcast: Ignatian Pathways
Welcome to OIS's new podcast, Ignatian Pathways. This is a space that will gather voices from across the Ignatian family to share about the many pathways to God that we have all discovered through Ignatian spirituality. This series is intended for anyone, those who have practiced the way of Ignatius for years and those just beginning to dip their toes into the waters of Ignatian spirituality. Listen now!
St. Ignatius, An Entrepreneur of Faith: A Conversation With Hallow
Join us for an exciting conversation with Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, and with Nathan Crankfield of the Hallow app to explore how we can find God in all things and cultivate a healthy digital age spirituality. Dr. Dave de la Fuente, Associate Director for Ignatian Young Adult Ministries, will moderate. Register now.
Ignatian Women Who Inspire Us (2026)
In March, Women’s Month, we continue honoring three of the many Ignatian women whose leadership and service inspire us.
OIS Welcomes Spiritual Directors of Color Project Facilitator
Brenda Bertrand brings to this work a passion for cultivating BIPOC community within predominantly white spiritual spaces and an extensive background in doing this important work. Read more.
Una Cuaresma para encender justicia en el mundo. - A Lent to Ignite Justice in the World
Reflexiones inspiradas en el fuego profético de San Alberto Hurtado, SJ. Acompáñanos en este camino cuaresmal y dejemos que el fuego de Cristo despierte nuestro Sentido Social y nos haga instrumentos de justicia y compasión.
Reflections inspired by the prophetic fire of St. Alberto Hurtado, S.J.
Join us on this Lenten journey and let the fire of Christ awaken our Social Sense and make us instruments of justice and compassion.
Taking Stock of Lament, and Hope: A Guided Examen "Pit Stop" for Lent 2026
Our world today is groaning. Violence near and far, not to mention the more personal aches that come with being human, make this year's Lenten season feel particularly heavy. Are you longing for a rest, a reflective space where we might each take stock not only of our laments but also our hopes? Join us for a guided Ignatian Examen, written and led by Kate André. Give yourself the gift of a mid-Lenten pit stop so we can all find the nourishment we need for the road to Easter. All are welcome!
Radical Trust: God’s Track Record (Lent Reflections 2026)
The Office of Ignatian Spirituality presents Radical Trust: God’s Track Record, weekly audio reflections during Lent!
Una Cuaresma para encender justicia en el mundo. (A Lent to Ignite Justice in the World)
Reflexiones inspiradas en el fuego profético de San Alberto Hurtado, SJ.
Acompáñanos en este camino cuaresmal y dejemos que el fuego de Cristo despierte nuestro Sentido Social y nos haga instrumentos de justicia y compasión.
Reflections inspired by the prophetic fire of St. Alberto Hurtado, S.J.
Join us on this Lenten journey and let the fire of Christ awaken our Social Sense and make us instruments of justice and compassion.
Praying as a Family Looks Different
In the Fall of 2024, Ignatian Young Adult Ministries (IYAM), an initiative of the Office of Ignatian Spirituality (OIS), partnered with GoodFaith, a non-profit Catholic apostolate, for GoodFaith’s pilot program called Family Matters. This fifteen-month spiritual program for families with children ranging from infants through high school offers families an opportunity to explore faith through prayer, service, discernment , and community building.
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Walking in Advent with Mary – Our Roots and Fruits
Earlier this December, the library of St. Ignatius School in the Bronx became a space of encounter and spirituality. Around 45 people, including families and students, participated in the Ignatian Day of Prayer and Reflection: Walking in Advent with Mary – Our Roots and Fruits.
Being Bridges of Hope – Walking in Advent with Mary
This past November, 78 people—families and parish members—participated in the “Ignatian Day of Prayer and Reflection: Being Bridges of Hope – Walking in Advent with Mary”. Read more.
Community Advent Prayer 2025 ~ Comunidades Hispanas Ignacianas with Father Jorge Ochoa, SJ
On November 21, 2025, nearly 80 members of the Comunidades Hispanas Ignacianas and other programs participated in a gathering of faith, community, and inner renewal, guided by Father Jorge Ochoa, SJ.