Our personal spiritual growth is nourished and enhanced by daily, or frequent, spiritual readings, prayers, and periods of quiet contemplation and reflection.  Here we offer you a variety of resources from within the larger SSJ community to assist you on your journey. 

Maxims of the Little Institute and the Maxims of Perfection
Written in 17th century France by Father Jean Pierre Medaille, the Maxims of Perfection are fundamental rules of conduct that a person seeking a life with God could follow.  They still have a message for us today. 
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Let Go of the Rope

Let Go of the Rope

A Lenten reflection by SSJ Agrégée Tammy Van Buren The story goes that an experienced climber had almost reached the top of the mountain when he lost his footing and plunged backward toward the ground. “God! Help me!” the man … Read More

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Are You There, Child? It’s Me: God​

Are You There, Child? It’s Me: God​

A Lenten reflection by SSJ Agrégée Charlene Kellerman How does God speak to you? Does God have a love language known and understood only between you and God? I believe so. How is it that two (or three or more) … Read More

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Being a Human Being

Being a Human Being

A Lenten reflection by SSJ Agrégée Betsy Wiest Each year when Lent rolls around, conversations abound about what we will “give up.” Will it be chocolate, fast food, TV, Facebook, etc? In reality, giving up any of these items doesn’t … Read More

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