Resources for Spiritual Directors
At Ignatius House, we are committed to supporting those who accompany others on the spiritual journey.
In addition to our own Tending the Flame spiritual direction training program and ongoing formation offerings for spiritual directors, there are many other valuable resources available to deepen your practice and connect with the broader Ignatian community.
Whether you are discerning a call to this ministry or already offering spiritual direction rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola, the following tools, programs, and networks can help you grow in confidence, competence, and contemplative presence.
Training & Formation Programs
Ignatian Spirituality Institute (ISI)
Offers comprehensive programs to train spiritual directors in the tradition of the Spiritual Exercises. A valuable resource for those beginning or continuing their formation.
Office of Ignatian Spirituality (OIS)
Provides training and support for Ignatian spiritual directors, including retreats, webinars, and written resources, as well as discernment tools for those considering this ministry.
Spiritual Directors International (SDI)
An interfaith organization that supports spiritual directors through online learning, networking, publications, and a global directory of practitioners.
Online Courses
Platforms such as Spiritual Directors International regularly offer self-paced courses on topics relevant to Ignatian spiritual direction. Recent offerings include:
24/7 Discernment: A 28-day Online Retreat with Diane Millis and Bussho Lahn
This unique retreat is designed for all those who aspire to deepen their personal discernment as well as our collective discernment around what love might look like in times that strain us all. Together, we will gather to refresh and renew ourselves at the ever-present spring of love within.
Exploring Spiritual Companionship Across Traditions
This course is for spiritual companions eager to broaden their understanding and practice beyond a single tradition or approach. It is for anyone who is considering becoming a spiritual companion and seeks an inclusive pluralistic introduction to the craft. And it is for anyone who is curious about what spiritual companionship is in our pluralistic modern world.
Trauma and Wellness for Spiritual Directors and Companions Self-Paced Online Course
A 12 session online course on how to become a more informed, more integrative spiritual care provider, holding listening space for the whole person.
Books & Foundational Texts
Call Me Lopez by Margaret Silf
A creative fictional biography of St. Ignatius of Loyola that explores his spiritual insights.
IgnatianSpirituality.com
A Loyola Press site with articles, reflections, videos, and downloadable resources, including materials on the Daily Examen, discernment, and the Spiritual Exercises.
Inner Compass by Margaret Silf
A practical and inviting introduction to Ignatian spirituality and inner reflection.
Moment by Moment: A Retreat in Everyday Life by Carol Ann Smith & Eugene Merz
A gentle, accessible guide for incorporating Ignatian prayer into daily life.
The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
The cornerstone of Ignatian spirituality, offering a framework for deep prayer and discernment.
Organizations & Online Resource Hubs
Educate Magis
A global Jesuit education network with resources on Ignatian pedagogy and spirituality.
Ignatian Ministries
Offers resources and community for those engaged in Ignatian formation and ministry.
Ignatian.info
A comprehensive introduction to the history, practices, and values of Ignatian spirituality.
Jesuit Prayer
Offers daily reflections, Ignatian prayers, and tools for spiritual growth.
Pray As You Go
A popular app and website from the British Jesuits offering daily guided prayer sessions.
Regis University & Seattle University
Both institutions offer online libraries and formation materials related to Ignatian prayer, retreats, and the Spiritual Exercises.
Reimagining the Examen App
Developed by Mark Thibodeaux, S.J., this app offers various versions of the Examen for different seasons of life.
Sacred Space
A daily prayer site and app created by the Irish Jesuits, rooted in Ignatian contemplation.
Need Help or Suggestions?
If you’re discerning a call to spiritual direction or looking for specific resources to support your ministry, we’d love to connect. Reach out to Kay Satterfield at ksatterfield@ignatiushouse.org or explore upcoming programs at www.ignatiushouse.org.