The Center for Ignatian Spirituality at Boston College, founded in 1998, communicates the vision and history of the University's Jesuit mission and the spirituality of St. Ignatius Loyola. 

The 19th Annotation of the Spiritual Exercises are a compilation of meditations, prayers, and contemplative practices developed by St. Ignatius Loyola to help people deepen their relationship with God.

Founded in 1915, Alpha Sigma Nu is the honor society of Jesuit institutions of higher education that recognizes students who distinguish themselves in scholarship, loyalty, and service.

Breathe is a half-day retreat where participants have the opportunity to take a break from their lives and clear their minds and thoughts. It is a day of silence, reflection, and quiet.

This six-week workshop helps members of the Boston College community understand the art and skills of discernment as an organic part of their work life.

This four-day Ignatian Silent Retreat offers relevant presentations based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, followed by suggestions for prayer and abundant time for reflection.

The Foundations program is designed for people who want to know the basic elements of the Ignatian prayer and the structure of the Spiritual Exercises.

In what has become a long-running tradition, the Center offers noontime prayer sessions during the liturgical seasons of Advent and Lent.

The in-residence “Jesuit Fellow” position is designed for those interested in working with the Center and other pastoral ministries.

Walking the Black Heritage Trail and Museum is a powerful exercise and opportunity to reflect on what constitutes change, challenge, and transformation.

The Center hosts a variety of talks and panel discussions every year focusing on topics like faith, discernment, and Ignatian spirituality.

This seminar encourages faculty and administrators to explore their vocation as educators and travel to Spain and Rome to retrace some of the key steps of St. Ignatius Loyola's life journey.

Additional Resources

The Center can help you find numerous resources and opportunities outside of Boston College such as videos, retreat centers, and Ignatian Spirituality resources at other Universities.

Spiritual Direction

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God reveals Himself to each of us through prayer, sacraments, scripture, creation, solitude, human relationships, or our own experiences. Meet with us to explore ways to deepen this conversation.