Ignatian Gathering at St. Raphael Parish
por Zandra Schiemann
On October 11, 2025, St. Raphael Parish in Raleigh, NC, hosted an Ignatian Gathering with Father Larry Searles, SJ, in collaboration with the Office of Ignatian Spirituality. The purpose of the gathering was to share and promote the programs and activities that this office offers to parishes and communities along the East Coast.
For nearly three hours, around 15 members of the “Discernment Group”—accompanied by Father Larry as part of the parish’s formation program—actively participated in moments of prayer, conversation, and spiritual reflection. The gathering helped strengthen bonds, clarify questions, and open new possibilities for collaboration.
These kinds of encounters reflect our commitment to communities that live their faith in a concrete, communal way, open to discernment. The Office of Ignatian Spirituality continues working to bring its resources and accompaniment to those seeking to deepen their spiritual journey in the tradition of St. Ignatius.