Conversing daily with God

Brendan McManus SJ is the author of a new book The Ignatian Examen: Conversing Daily with God, published by Messenger Publications ».

The Examen is a short, structured prayer developed by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. For centuries, it has been a central practice in Jesuit spirituality. It encourages reflection on daily experiences in order to recognise God’s presence and develop awareness of how God may be at work in everyday life, in both good and bad moments.

Fr. Brendan explains the five steps of the Examen in detail and how they can be applied to our lives in a practical way. He presents the Examen as a tool for reflection, decision-making, and spiritual discernment.

The Examen is widely used in Jesuit communities, as well as in parishes, schools, and by individuals seeking a structured approach to prayer. This book presents the practice in an accessible format suitable for daily use, without the need for specialised training or retreat settings.

It is intended for both beginners and those already familiar with the Examen. It is particularly relevant for lay readers, parents, students, and those involved in pastoral or ministry work who are looking for a practical method of daily reflection.

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170 x 180 mm
€9.95
£8.95

About the author

Brendan McManus SJ is a Spiritual Director and retreat giver. He has published several books with Messenger Publications including Channelling the Inner Fire: Ignatian Spirituality in 15 Points »;  The Way to Manresa: Discoveries along the Ignatian Camino, Brothers in Arms »,  Living the Camino Back Home »  (with Katherine O’Flynn FCJ) , Surviving Suicide Bereavement » ,  and, with Jim Deeds, Discover God Daily », and the trilogy, Finding God in the Mess, Deeper into the Mess and Emerging from the Mess ».