A blessed sigh of relief at the end of each day, these little booklets are the perfect way for kids and teens to reflect upon God’s presence in their everyday lives. Based on the ancient Ignatian prayer practice, each Examen booklet offers contemporary, age-appropriate questions and prayers to celebrate their joys, examine their consciences, and discern God’s call as they grow in faith and love.
The little booklet you’re holding in your hands offers an easy way to figure out this crazy, complicated thing called life. Based on a popular prayer practice by St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Examen is a way to reflect on God’s presence in your day and a powerful tool to encourage your spiritual GROWTH:
God—Begin by placing yourself in God’s presence.
Review—Revisit your day with God’s help. Here you’ll find some basic questions to help you look back at your day and seek peace.
Observe—Look at your reactions and how you felt about the day’s events.
What can I learn? Ask the Holy Spirit to show you one event from your day.
Tomorrow—Pray for help to grow and experience an even better tomorrow.
Heart and Soul—Jot down anything that’s in your heart or on your mind.