{"product_id":"meditation-and-contemplation-9780824524883","title":"Meditation and Contemplation","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe cornerstones of Ignatius of Loyola's spiritual practice-meditation and contemplation-are clearly explained in this simple guide to the Ignatian method with examples from the experience of practitioners and quotations from Catholic spiritual teachers. In the process, the deeper structure of the spiritual practice is illuminated, and advice about adapting it to individual needs is offered. Topics include methods of praying, struggles and growth, and the importance and role of grace. Individuals who desire to pray with scripture, spiritual directors, and all who teach prayer with scripture will benefit from the counsel in this resource.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTimothy M. Gallagher, OMV\u003c\/b\u003e, is considered to be one of the greatest interpreters of the spirituality of Ignatius of Loyola. He is a popular retreat leader, an Ignatius scholar, and a lecturer. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eThe Discernment of Spirits: The Ignatian Rule for Everyday Life\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Examen Prayer\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAn Ignatian Introduction to Prayer\u003c\/i\u003e. He lives in Boston, Massachusetts.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Crossroad Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50644527218962,"sku":"9780824524883","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_b641d6d7-ec80-4a0f-a319-a3def8b7f5d5.jpg?v=1733113042","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/meditation-and-contemplation-9780824524883","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}