Though the Church invites us to move from the forty days of Lent into the season of Easter, in this era of pandemic, lock downs and quarantines, many of us may feel as though Lent marches on.

Today's guests, authors Brendan McManus, SJ, and Jim Deeds, provide some spiritual solace for us in this time, inspired by their aptly named book, "Finding God in the Mess." Formed in the Troubles of Northern Ireland's brutal conflict, these two men apply Ignatian spirituality to hard, challenging moments. They invite us to do the same.

Brendan McManus SJ, an Irish Jesuit priest, works in the area of spirituality and spiritual accompaniment in Belfast. Author of a number of books including Redemption Road: Grieving on the Camino, Finding God in the Mess: Meditations for Mindful Living and Deeper into the Mess: Praying through Tough Times, he is a keen walker, having undertaken a number of pilgrimages.

Jim Deeds is engaged in pastoral ministry in Down and Connor diocese, working in helping parishes to develop their vision and potential. A husband and father, Jim has co-authored Finding God in the Mess: Meditations for Mindful Living and Deeper into the Mess: Praying through Tough Times

Learn more about their book: https://www.loyolapress.com/sitecore/commerce/products/loyola-press-shop/books/finding-god-in-the-mess

And participate in a digital Ignatian retreat for this time of pandemic: Jesuits.org/into-the-cave.