Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life (SEEL)

Short Program Description:

Fairfield University offers Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life (SEEL) as a way for faculty, staff, and local community partners to participate in the the 19th Annotation.

Program Goals/Intended Outcomes:

1. Give retreatants a rich experience of the Spiritual Exercises.
2. Form a culture and community of the Exercises.
3. Spread the graces of the Exercises more broadly on campus.

How long does it take to complete the program?: Multiple days

Total Program Length: Several months

Key University/Other Partners: Murphy Center for Ignatian Spirituality, Jesuit Community, Campus Ministry

Funding Source(s): Murphy Center for Ignatian Spirituality

Stipends Paid or Other Participant Benefits: Stipended

Other Stipends: Director stipends are paid

Lessons Learned:

1. Careful consideration of who participates is essential.
2. Regular group meetings for directors and retreatants is very helpful.
3. Follow-up is important to reap the fruits of the experience.