Newsletter - Society of Catholic Priests

than the “delicate gesture of disinterested friendship” yet our need
to grow more deeply into that Love we are called upon seek will
lead us into the same solitary place.
Another way to approach God at the end of the day is through the
Examen of St. Ignatius. He instructs us to
“Recall yourself in the presence of God.
Give thanks to God for favours received this day.
Pause in thanksgiving.
Examine how you are living this day.
Pray words of reconciliation and resolve.
For him, this brief reflection is of great importance. To know
ourselves and consider our lives before the One who loves and
holds us. “The Word of God is very near to you, it is in your mouth and
in your heart for your observance. See, today I set before you life and
prosperity, death and disaster ... Choose life." (Deut. 18) In these acts
of sorrow and gratitude
many have grown in
their knowledge
of God's loving
presence. "As the clay is
in the potter's hand,
so are you in mine." (Jer.
18:6)