Resources

During this season of Lent, we are called to Ignatian contemplation, reflection, and prayer to encourage us. Below are resources in the tradition of Ignatian spirituality. Check back frequently as new resources will be added as they are published.

Jesuit Prayer Reflection Booklet – Compilation of reflections originally published on Jesuit Prayer for each day of Lent.

Daily Lenten Prayer Intentions – Daily Lenten prayer intentions accompanied by reflections on Lent written by Midwest Jesuits.

Self-Guided Lenten Retreat –Nine Jesuit priests from Midwest Jesuits’ retreat ministries share reflections
on Lent. Make a virtual retreat with their words and pictures from the retreat houses. 

Midwest Jesuits Way of the Cross – Reflections on the 14 Stations of the Cross written by Jesuits and lay colleagues from the Midwest Province.  Available in written or audio format.

Jesuit Prayer – Receive the daily Scripture reading, an Ignatian reflection, and a short prayer each day through the app, on the website, or by signing up for the daily email. You may also submit a prayer request; all are remembered in Masses celebrated by the Jesuits.

Transformational Love – Presented by the Office of Ignatian Spirituality (OIS), receive audio reflections on the Sunday readings. Young adults are invited to take part in online discussion groups.

The Stations of the Cross with Migrants – Created by the Jesuits Central and Southern Province, these reflections are written by those working with immigrants and asylum-seekers. This prayer guide is available for print or mobile display.

A Time for Encounter with Refugees – This resource from the Jesuit Refugee Service includes a weekly reflection and three calls to action relating to our attitudes toward refugees and displaced persons.

The Work of Lent – Jesuit Media Lab presents a weekly conversation with professional Catholics engaged in the work of Lent on “AMDG: A Jesuit Podcast”. 

Pilgrims of Hope – The Jesuits in Rome are offering weekly reflections on the psalms, inspired by the Jubilee Year of Hope. 

On Hope Lenten Read-Along – This annual Lenten read-along with Loyola Press features On Hope by Pope Francis. The reading schedule is available at the link. Readers are invited to post thoughts, favorite quotes, or reactions with #lentreadalong and #jubilee2025 on social media.

Growing in Friendship with God this Lent – This Lent, grow in your friendship with God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit with this series from the dotMagis blog. Find Fr. William Barry’s meditations for Lenten Wednesdays and reflections inspired by the mediations on IgnatianSpirituality.com.

Lent 2025: Take Heart – Receive daily reflections emailed to you each morning from the Ignatian Solidarity Network, as a guide to allow our hearts to be made tender to bring more mercy into our broken world.

From Ashes to Glory (Lenten Examen by Fr. Joe Tetlow, SJ) – From Ashes to Glory invites you to take up the practice of reflecting on your day, its gifts and graces, and the progress you are making in life with Christ. It’s a way of praying the Examen through Lent, with materials by Fr. Joseph Tetlow, SJ.

3-Minute Retreat – Loyola Press offers a short daily retreat in English and in Spanish, online or through an app. 

Seven Last Words – Online prayer meditations commemorating each of the seven last words that Jesus uttered from the cross.

Arts & Faith: Lent – Each week you’ll find a video commentary about a work of art inspired by the Sunday Scriptures. Use these videos to take a new look at this season of spiritual renewal through the lens of sacred art.

Lenten Resources from Xavier University – A variety of resources and prayers for Lent