DAILY INSPIRATION

November 27, 2020

Scripture

Lk 21: 29-33

Then he told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees; as soon as they sprout leaves you can see for yourselves and know that summer is already near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away.

Ignatian Reflection

Becoming aware of the signs of hope

During a grace-filled retreat I had an “ah-ha” moment when I realized that there’s a huge difference between hypervigilance and deep awareness. Like many who’ve experienced trauma, I’ve spent too much time on high alert!

Hypervigilance, a form of anxiety, isn’t only problematic mentally, over time it can damage our bodies. Anxiety floods our system with cortisol, triggering inflammation, which can cause other health issues. Anxiety also inhibits our ability to apprehend what’s really going on around us, often generating reactive misinformation.

Conversely, a state of deep awareness renders us present to the moment, available to what is real and brings us peace. And the good news is, prayer, meditation, a long walk or any number of spiritual practices can help release us from hypervigilance and apprentice us to deep awareness.

With Advent almost upon us, could Jesus be drawing us toward a deepening awareness of the signs of hope all around?

—Jennifer Kelly is the Director of Jesuit Restorative Justice Initiative Northwest, a work of the West Province and the Director of Formation for L’Arche Seattle.

Prayer

Jesus, it’s so easy to get caught up in the worries and cares of the world, yet you offer freedom. As I prepare for Advent, may I open my heart in trust to you, releasing my worries so as to notice signs of your love and grace all around. Amen.

—Jennifer Kelly

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DAILY EXAMEN

Daily Examen

The examen is a prayer popularized by St. Ignatius Loyola that helps us to recognize the ways that God is present and active in our daily lives. Click on one of the following recordings made by current and graduated Prep students to be guided through the examen and see how God has been present in your life today! If you use an i-phone, make sure your mute switch is turned off to listen to the recording.

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