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The
“I Thirst” Spiritual Exercises are an adaptation of the Spiritual
Exercises of St. Ignatius.
They
are a means for the contemplation of the spirituality of Mother Teresa
through the mysteries of salvation history. Through them we invite Jesus’
Spirit to transform the light of Love contained in the mystery of His Thirst
into our life.
Those wishing to use
this material for daily meditation (or what is commonly called “Spiritual
Exercises in Daily Life”), may wish to use the following table as a broad
guideline for dividing the year into two six-month meditation cycles; the
first of which follows the liturgical seasons, while the second runs its
course independently of major feasts.
Since each “Week” of
the Exercises (approximately 10 meditations) is spread over a four to
six-week period, we suggest that each meditation be divided over three to
four days of prayer and reflection (including the material from the
accompanying instruction which precedes each meditation).
This can be done by dividing the meditation points as the Holy Sprit moves
you. One suggested method:
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Instruction materials |
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first half of
meditation |
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second half of
meditation |
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what St.
Ignatius calls a “repetition” of the points where you found most grace
or light or challenge (or even repugnance), so as to go deeper
into those areas where your spirit was moved |
At the end of each
day’s prayer, some written review should be made (rather than only at the
end of the three or four day cycle).
Suggestions for the written review will follow later in the text. Here are the two Cycles:
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