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The Feast of the Sacred Heart reminds us that the heart of Christ remains open to the world, inviting us into a deeper experience of God's love. That same invitation echoes through the reflections of retreatants whose lives have been transformed through silence and prayer; in the witness of the Sisters of Providence in Northern Thailand, where love is expressed not simply in words but in courageous action; and in the imaginative contemplations of Mary O'Shannessy FCJ and Justin Glyn SJ, who continue to encourage us to encounter the Gospel with all of who we are.

Whether you are discerning a silent retreat, planning to join the Australian Ignatian Trail or our Follow the Light online gathering, praying with the latest We Walk By Faith contemplations, or simply seeking a moment of stillness in a busy season, we hope these stories encourage you to notice where God is already present and at work in your own heart.

The Heart of Christ, Open to the World

Each year, the Feast of the Sacred Heart invites us to contemplate the boundless love of God revealed in Jesus Christ. It speaks of a God whose heart remains open to humanity, a heart marked by compassion, mercy, tenderness and self-giving love.

More Than Seeing: Rediscovering Imaginative Prayer

Mary O'Shannessy FCJ and Justin Glyn SJ reflect that these contemplations are not simply for people with disabilities. They offer "another layer to the way in which you approach prayer and the way in which you approach God in prayer."

Love in Deeds: Encountering Providence in Northern Thailand

The Ignatian insight that "love is shown more in deeds than words" took on new meaning for Steve Jorgensen during a recent visit to Northern Thailand. Steve is a Spiritual Director with JISA Faber in Queensland. 

Stories of Transformation

Every retreat is unique, yet many retreatants describe a similar experience: discovering God's presence in a deeper way, finding renewed clarity, and returning to daily life with a greater sense of freedom, gratitude, and hope. Here, four retreatants share something of the grace they received through an Ignatian silent residential retreat.

New date released for the Australian Ignatian Trail

This ‘camino’ experience provides an opportunity for encountering Ignatian Spirituality, discerning, and listening to God’s presence in Nature. Step aside from everyday life, walk, reflect, experience nature day after day, time in silence, conversation and listening to God’s presence. And walk in the footsteps of the first Jesuits in Australia. Over 4 walking days and 6 nights finishing in Sevenhill SA.

NEW TRAIL DATES OPENED:

Tuesday afternoon 13 October 2026 – Monday morning 19 October 2026

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 17 JULY

Follow the Light

Join us for this online gathering to share the Light in our lives - to pause, reflect, and encourage one another as we walk in the Light. Bought to you by JISA’s First Spiritual Exercises ministry and Michael Hansen SJ.

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