Finding Freedom from Discouragement
The Ignatian Discernment Institute exists to help souls recognize and respond to God's voice amid the movements of their hearts. Rooted in the teaching of St. Ignatius and developed through the pastoral experience of Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV, we offer the Church a clear, practical, and life-giving path of discernment.
In a time when anxiety and discouragement touch so many hearts, the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola remains deeply relevant. His fourteen rules for the discernment of spirits offer a proven and hope-filled method for navigating the challenges of life. The Ignatian Discernment Institute exists to make this teaching accessible to all people of faith, regardless of vocation or stage of spiritual growth.
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Our work remains grounded in fidelity to Ignatius’s original text and shaped by a pastoral method that brings his insights to life. Through clear instruction and real-life examples, the rules become practical and personal. Whether you are encountering them for the first time or seeking to share them with others, the Institute welcomes you into this mission of clarity and encouragement.
Too few people know of St. Ignatius’s Rules for Discernment — yet they are among the clearest and most practical tools for finding God’s direction in life. Our brochure explains how the Ignatian Discernment Institute carries this teaching forward today. Download a copy for yourself and help us spread the word by sharing it with your parish, prayer group, or friends who may need this hope-filled message.
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About Our Logo
Our logo incorporates elements that describe the foundations upon which we base our mission of Ignatian discernment: the Cross always at the center, Our Mother (represented by the "M") the perfect model of discernment, and the 14 Rules that shine like beacons to set us free from captivity.
Christ at the Center
The Alpha and Omega of our Faith.
Mary
The perfect discerner in her total openness to the Holy Spirit.
Fourteen Stars
One for each of Ignatius' rules that point the way from discouragement to hope.