Be aware that traditions can become more like chores than meaningful rituals. Reshape them if needed; discard them if they no longer function. Traditions enrich when memories and actions of the past inspire and inspirit the present. Any valuable rite has this quality. Ask yourself, "What do I need and value now?" Be bold enough to update your traditions.
John Predmore, S.J., is a USA East Province Jesuit and was the pastor of Jordan's English language parish. He teaches art and directs BC High's adult spiritual formation programs. Formerly a retreat director in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Ignatian Spirituality is given through guided meditations, weekend-, 8-day, and 30-day Retreats based on The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Ignatian Spirituality serves the contemporary world as people strive to develop a friendship with God.
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