In Discovering Ignatius, Jim Kennedy, SJ will explore the life of Saint Ignatius, Catholic saint and founder of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits). 500 years ago, Inigo de Loyola was struck in the legs by a cannonball, which began his journey from swashbuckling man of the world to the pilgrim mystic who composed the Spiritual Exercises, a classic work of Christian Spirituality.

The fifth episode focuses on the journey of Ignatius and his companions from Paris to Italy. Before they left Italy, Ignatius and his friends took their first vows, pledging perpetual chastity and poverty. After their vows, however, the group became stuck in Venice, not knowing where to go and what to do. As their reputation began to spread, the companions faced the prospect of separating from each other and going their separate ways. Instead, they began a period of prayerful deliberation and discernment, which culminated in their decision to stay together as the Companions of Jesus under the leadership of Ignatius. 

During the interview portion, Jim Kennedy discusses the idea of vocation with Vince Kostos, theology teacher and coach. They discuss what vocation is, how to seek it, what gets in the way, and how we can encourage people to think deeply about their desires and listen to the call of God in their lives. Mr. Kostos reminds us always to pay attention to "the soft sound bites of God echoing in our depth." 

Music:

"Thaxted" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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"the soft sound bites of God echoing in our depth."