Knowing that our Heavenly Father forgives our sins allows us to forgive. This spiritual dimension of forgiveness highlights its importance not just in our relationships with others, but in our relationship with God.

Christian Living, Compassion, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Prayer, Relationships, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizSeptember 16, 2024Forgiveness, Inner Peace, Jesus' Teachings, Emotional Healing, Spiritual Growth, Our Father, Compassion

Understanding the Difference Between Forgiveness and Reconciliation

It's a personal choice that frees the heart from the chains of bitterness.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Democracy, Faith and Reflection, Relationships, Religious InsightsPepe RuizSeptember 2, 2024Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Spiritual Growth, Inner Peace, Jesus' Teachings, Padrenuestro, Emotional Well-being

Discernment: 3 Warning Signs

We've come to recognize that feelings of disquiet, anxiety, and fear aren't just random emotions; they're signposts, indicating the presence of obstacles on our path.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Spiritual PracticesCamilla MaravillaAugust 12, 2024Discernment, Spiritual Growth, Warning Signs, Disquiet, Anxiety, Fear, Divine Guidance, Faith Journey, Spiritual Advancement

Navigating Inner Movements: A Journey of Discernment

This discernment is crucial, as it helps us identify the source of our inner stirrings, empowering us to make choices that align with our deepest values.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizAugust 1, 2024Discernment, Spiritual Journey, Inner Movements, Reflection, Divine Guidance, Emotional Awareness, Conscious Choices, Inner Peace, Connection with God

Overcoming Adversity

Jesus, in his most vulnerable hours, turned to prayer, not once but repeatedly, teaching us that in the face of adversity, our first and most powerful light in the darkness is in communion with Our Father.

Christian Living, Comfort, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Ignatian Spirituality, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, RelationshipsPepe RuizJune 17, 2024Faith, Resilience, Prayer, Community, Adversity

Navigating Conflict with Compassion: The Power of Reproach

A Place for Reproach: Strengthen bonds through compassionate reproach; there’s courage and kindness in speaking the truth when someone has let you down.

Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Conflict Resolution, RelationshipsPepe RuizJanuary 28, 2024Montserrat Jesuit RetreatConflict Resolution, Reproach, Relationships, Compassion, Kindness, Communication, Jesus and Peter, John 21, Forgiveness, Mutual Growth, Effective Communication

Resolving Conflict: Jesus’ Guide to Addressing Sin in Relationships

Direct Communication, A witness/mediator, Community Engagement: If unresolved, involve the community or necessary entities for resolution.

Conflict Resolution, Religious Insights, Relationships, Personal GrowthPepe RuizJanuary 21, 2024Montserrat Jesuit RetreatConflict Resolution, Matthew 18, Jesus’ Guidance, Sin in Relationships, Reconciliation, Mediation, Community Involvement, Forgiveness, Spiritual Growth, Communication Skills

Embracing Compassion and Curiosity: Ignatius of Loyola's Approach to Understanding

Assume the best, engage with curiosity, correct with love. Understanding others is the key to harmony.

Conflict Resolution, Religious Insights, Personal Growth, RelationshipsPepe RuizJanuary 14, 2024Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseIgnatius of Loyola, Compassion, Curiosity, Conflict Resolution, Understanding, The Spiritual Exercises, Love, Communication Skills, Spiritual Growth, Personal Growth

Embracing the Blessing of Poverty in Spirit: Insights from Fr. Joe Tetlow, S.J.

Discover the true essence of being blessed and happy in this insightful blog post by Fr. Joe Tetlow, S.J. Delve into the concept of being "poor in spirit" as Jesus taught, where gratitude transforms everything into a gift.

Christian Living, Compassion, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, TransformationPepe RuizSeptember 13, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HousePoverty in Spirit, Blessing, Gratitude, Fr. Joe Tetlow SJ, Spiritual Reflections, Joy in Christ

Overcoming Judgment and Gossip: A Path to Spiritual Growth

Gossip could be counteracted with first loving yourself.

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Religious Insights, Personal Growth, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizJuly 26, 2023Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseJudgment, Gossip, Spiritual Growth, Self-Compassion, Fr. Pepe Ruiz SJ

The Power of Forgiveness

"Forgiveness is a process that takes time... Forgiveness is a grace..." -

-Fr. Tony Rauschuber, S.J. (Adapted from The Art of Forgiveness)

Christian Living, Comfort, Compassion, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizNovember 16, 2022Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseForgiveness, Spiritual Healing, Fr. Tony Rauschuber, The Art of Forgiveness, Letting Go, Divine Grace

Reflecting on the Depth of God's Riches, Wisdom, and Knowledge

Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God!... (Rom 11:33)

Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesPepe RuizJuly 13, 2022Montserrat Jesuit Retreat HouseGod's Wisdom, Spiritual Reflections, Christian Identity, Unity and Family, Fr. Roy Joseph, SJ

Peace I Leave You

Jesus said, Peace I leave you. My peace I give you. We might ask: How do I know I've accepted His peace? Here are some measures to start with.

Comfort, Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Ignatian Spirituality, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Relationships, Spiritual PracticesGuest UserMarch 10, 2022Jesus, God, peace, violin, music, harmony

Thy Will Be Done

These four simple words we quickly say every time we recite the "Our Father" without giving much thought to its significance. But can we agree that God's will is good for us, and correct, and life-giving, and perfect even when I don't know what God's will may be?

Comfort, Christian Living, Conflict Resolution, Personal Growth, Faith and Reflection, Spiritual PracticesGuest UserMarch 3, 2022Jesus, God, divine will, peave

Stop Talking And Listen

Perhaps you've heard these words from your spouse or good friend. Truth be told, it seems that many people these days have very little practice in being quiet and still--think of movie theatres, liturgical services, wakes, and even silent retreats.

Christian Living, Compassion, Conflict Resolution, Faith and Reflection, Ignatian Spirituality, Personal Growth, Religious Insights, Spiritual PracticesGuest UserFebruary 2, 2022Jesus, God, Holy Spirit, Father, hope, listen, retreat, silence

Waiting, But Not Alone

Everything about Advent points to the future. Here are some thoughts about that. First, getting to the future means waiting. You have to wait. Mary had to wait, and Joseph, too. He had to wait because he's the one who will give the baby His name.