Resources for Spiritual Growth
Helpful Books
There are many, many amazing books for spiritual formation and growth. The ones mentioned below are just a very few that I have found nourishing in my own journey (Deb).
Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton
Celebration of Discipline by Richard Foster
Prayer by Richard Foster
Renovation of the Heart by Dallas Willard
Close to the Heart by Margaret Silf
Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero
The Restless Heart by Ronald Rolheiser
The Way to Love by Anthony De Mello
Online Resources
This online resource on Ignatian spirituality offers podcasts, prayer resources and blog posts on a variety of topics.
Abbey of the Arts is an online presence, offering online courses, articles on contemplative practice and the expressive arts, as well as retreats and pilgrimages in Ireland and Vienna.
Renovare Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation is a two year program in Spiritual Formation. The web site offers many resources for spiritual formation and growth.
Grafted Life is a resource for Spiritual Directors, but it is also offers resources, events and group studies for spiritual growth.
Smart Phone and I-Pad Apps
"Sacred Spaces": This app takes your through practicing the Presence of God and one of the liturgical scriptures of the day to meditate on.
"3 Minute Retreat": A wonderful way to "take a moment" in your day to refocus on the presence of the Trinity.
"Pray as you Go": This app comes from the UK, and is around 12 minutes of beautiful music, scripture reading, and reflection questions. Great for listening to in your car on the way to work!
“The Daily Audio Bible” with Brian Hardin. Brian reads aloud from the One Year Bible and offers commentary.