This episode of the Transformation Intensive podcast introduces Week 9, “The Call of the King” and marks the beginning of Movement Two in the Ignatian exercises. The discussion reflects on the first movement's focus on understanding one's identity in God as 'loved sinners' and transitions to responding to this identity. Key themes include gratitude, awe, fear of the Lord, and reflection on Psalm 95. The episode also covers Ignatius' symbolic surrender in Montserrat and the emotional resonance of pledging loyalty to Jesus, encouraging listeners to cultivate readiness to respond to God's call.

00:00 Introduction to Transformation Intensive

00:27 Reflecting on Movement One

01:47 Understanding Our Identity in God

04:14 Transition to Movement Two

05:14 The Call of the King

06:31 Psalm 95 Meditation

17:07 Practical Exercises and Resources

20:55 Ignatius's Journey and Commitment

30:30 Reflecting on Inspirational Leaders

37:58 Concluding Prayer and Reflection

This episode of the Transformation Intensive podcast delves into Week 8 of the First Movement, titled 'The Freedom to Say No.' It outlines the week's focus on the human freedom to say “no” to God and its consequences in this life and the next. It also introduces the Ignatian prayer exercise called “A Meditation on Hell” and emphasizes the concept affective union with God.

It includes some suggestions for finding peace in the season of Advent, the invitation to experience the weekly prayer exercises as a personal encounter with Jesus rather than a chore, and a guided experience of the Trinitarian Triple Colloquy prayer exercise.

00:00 Introduction to Transformation Intensive

00:33 Freedom to Say No: Week Eight Insights

01:10 Finding Calm Amidst the Waves in Advent

01:19 Exploring Art and Prayer

03:16 Daily Practices and Tips

03:31 Reframing Your TI Experience

06:22 Triple Colloquy Prayer Practice

19:52 Week Eight Prayer Exercises

26:09 Meditation on Hell: Understanding the Exercise

29:59 Personal Story: Compassion in Action

32:53 Decision Time: Continuing with TI

33:36 Closing Prayer for Advent

This Transformation Intensive podcast episode introduces Week 7 of the First Movement with a focus on receiving forgiveness. The episode covers Ignatius’ first three rules of discernment, describes the experience of consolation, introduces the Trinitarian Triple Colloquy Prayer Exercise and addresses the challenge of internalized feelings of powerlessness. The episode also includes a Healing of Memories prayer intended for deep reflection on life's past hurts and extending and receiving forgiveness.

00:00 Introduction to Transformation Intensive

00:27 Week Seven: Receiving Forgiveness

00:43 Tip of the Week: Expect Consolation

01:38 Rules for Discernment

04:19 The Gift of Tears

05:13 Trinitarian Triple Colloquy Exercise

06:08 Receiving Forgiveness Prayer Exercise

08:14 Internalized Powerlessness

12:34 Healing of Memories Prayer

21:15 Guided Prayer Experience

This Transformation Intensive podcast episode kicks off week six of the first movement with a focus on forgiving others. The episode highlights the importance of personal and communal rituals in prayer life, the concept of prayer satisfaction, and the transformative power of forgiveness. Listeners are guided through exercises for assessing and praying with memories of desolation and the impact of sin. The episode emphasizes the potential for personal mission to emerge from suffering and prepares participants.

00:00 Introduction to Transformation Intensive

00:28 Week Six: Forgiving Others

01:10 Understanding Personal Prayer Satisfaction

02:50 The Power of Rituals in Prayer

06:12 Forgiveness and Its Impact

11:02 Prayer Exercises and Weekly Focus

12:09 Upcoming Healing Service

12:39 Daily Examen and Final Thoughts

15:08 A Story of Forgiveness

This episode of the Transformation Intensive podcast delves into the Ignatian Exercises, First Movement, Week 5, 'Prodigal Sons and Daughters.' The discussion highlights how using physical postures can aid in prayer, supported by Biblical examples and guidance from Ignatius himself. The podcast includes a prayer practice called 'palms up, palms down' and introduces 'Visio Divina,' using Rembrandt's 'Return of the Prodigal Son' for reflection. It also previews the week ahead in the Transformation Intensive journey, exploring imaginative empathy through the story of the prodigal son and examining personal images of God.

01:38 How the body helps us pray

11:53 Prayer Practice: Visio Divina

22:50 Week of Prayer Overview

25:07 Imaginative Empathy in Prayer

31:28 Changing Images of God

31:39 God-Self-Others Triangle

41:41 Closing Prayer and Reflections

This episode features Tim Gemmell introducing the central virtue of gratitude in Ignatian spirituality. Valerie McIntyre introduces week four, 'The Principle and Foundation Part 2: Sorting Out Our Desires.' Valerie unpacks the important Ignatian concepts of interior freedom, holy indifference, disordered attachments and desire. The episode includes two guided prayer exercises, A Gratitude Examen and an Imaginative Prayer Exercise to uncover buried desires. The episode also mentions the work of Jacque Phillipe and Walter Ciszek and concludes with the Collect for the Last Sunday in Lent. For more information visit www.transformationintensive.org.

M1-01-God's Love Pt1

This episode introduces the Transformation Intensive Podcast, a nine-month experience based on the spiritual exercises of Ignatius of Loyola. It provides weekly instructions and inspiration, corresponding with the weekly prayer guides found in the Transformation Intensive Notebook.

This week features Adam Graber introducing the tip of the week, "Be generous toward God" and leading a guided prayer of examen. Valerie McIntyre introduces the upcoming week of prayer, "God's Love in my Life Story, Part 1."

Music by Austin Sebek, "Something"

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This episode features Ann Gemmel introducing the importance of journaling and 'Breath Prayer' in Ignatian spirituality, while Valerie McIntyre sets the stage for a week focused on 'The Principle and Foundation, Part 1, The Gift of Creation.' Listeners are encouraged to engage with nature and reflect on creation as God's gift, employing all five senses. Practices include spending time outdoors, photography, poetry, and watching nature documentaries. The episode also mentions the film, My Octopus Teacher, readings from William Berry and Walter Burghardt, and shares Dr. Clyde Kilby’s Ten Resolutions for Mental Health, concluding with a collect for the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. Music by Austin Sebek, "Something"

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This episode features Ned Arnold introducing the tip of the week, "You are doing it right," Sandy Sticha introducing the prayer practice, "Looking at Jesus Looking at Me," and Valerie McIntyre introducing the upcoming week of prayer, "God's Love in my Life Story, Part 2." The Transformation Intensive podcast provides weekly instruction and inspiration for people on the journey through the Ignatian exercises.

Music by Austin Sebek, "Something"

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Tip of the Week, "Just Show Up" by Tim Gemmel. Introducing the upcoming week of prayer by Valerie McIntyre.