Episode Transcript
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Hello, my name is Dylan Asmus
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and I’m a Seminarian at Holy Spirit Seminary.
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Today, I’ll be guiding you through a Daily Examen,
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a technique of prayerful reflection
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to detect God’s presence
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and discern His direction for us.
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The method I will guide you through today
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is adapted from a technique
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described by Saint Ignatius of Loyola
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in his Spiritual Exercises.
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Saint Ignatius thought that the Examen
was a gift that came directly from God,
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and that God wanted it to be shared
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as widely as possible.
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Through each of the five steps,
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I will pose a question to you to reflect on.
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Perhaps you’d like to journal through this process,
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light a candle or meditate,
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but please find a comfortable space.
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Let’s pray.
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In the name of the Father,
and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
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Begin by quieting your mind and body,
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acknowledging God’s presence with you.
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Reflecting on your day.
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What moments are you most grateful for?
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Where did you feel God’s presence most fully?
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Turning your attention to your emotions.
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Reflect on the emotions you experienced throughout the day,
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both positive and negative.
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When did you feel most content or like yourself?
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When did you feel the least content or uncomfortable?
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Think about what God is saying to you through these feelings.
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Now, choose one feature of your day and pray from it.
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This could be a moment of joy, a struggle
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or an encounter with another person.
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What is God inviting you to do or learn from this experience?
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How can you respond in love?
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Looking ahead to tomorrow,
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consider these questions.
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What is God calling you to in the world?
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How can you use your gifts and talents for others?
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When you’re ready,
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please join me in ending this prayer.
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In the name of the Father,
and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
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Amen.
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Thank you for praying with us today.
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We hope to see you again soon.
