Spiritual Resources in the Time of COVID-19
Mar 28, 2020 | Story by: | ONLINE RETREAT, ONLINE RECOLLECTION, CORONAVIRUS, COVID-19, CARDINAL TAGLE, ORATIO IMPERATA
Dear Friends in the Lord,
Peace and greetings!
At this time of uncertainty, when all are asked to stay home as a way of helping to curb the spread of SARS-COV2 (This is the deadly virus of COVID-19), the Formation Team has gathered a number of materials online that can aid us to pray as we approach Holy Week, the holiest time of the year.
Below are aids to help us cope spiritually, journey together and assist one another through intercessory prayers and sharing.
PRAISE SONG FOR THE PANDEMIC
from Abbey of the Arts
a) Spiritual Reflections in the Time of COVID-19
Here are links to online retreats for Lent and Holy Week that can accompany us as we look at our situation in the light of the Paschal Mystery of our Lord Jesus.
There is also a link to the Consciousness Examen customized to our present situation to help us pray as we ask for the following graces:
to look with the eyes of faith at how God has been actively and silently present in this situation;
to appreciate all the graces and blessings amidst the enhanced community quarantine and physical distancing;
to sense the inner movements that are taking place within us;
to assess how we have responded to God's call to be His presence to those in the peripheries; and
to seek the Lord's guidance on how to respond in the light of His options at this time.
CONSCIOUSNESS EXAMEN
Carefully examine your day during these days of COVID-19 and see where God has been present in your experiences and identify areas where you can grow more in your loving relationship with Him.
Examen for Life During COVID19 for CLC
Examen for Life Days after the Enhanced Community Quarantine: English | Filipino
An Examen While on Quarantine by Fr. Harvey Mateo, SJ
Pagsusuri ng Kalooban Habang Naka-Quarantine ni Fr. Harvey Mateo, SJ
ONLINE RETREATS
PINS OF LIGHT
Holy Week Retreat from a Distance
An online Holy Week Retreat led by Fr. Johnny Go, SJ beginning on April 9, Maundy Thursday
The Way of the Cross in a Time of Pandemic
A different kind of Way of the Cross. One does not need to go anywhere; not even say any word. Just remain where you are and in silence contemplate the image presented at every station.
THE SPIRITUALITY RESOURCES POOL
Our Emmaus COVID Journey: A Passage to New Life
This is an online Holy Week Triduum retreat offered by the Spirituality Resources Pool. Individual conferences will be conducted via Zoom. Interested participants may submit their registration forms through the link above on or before March 30.
For those who were not able to sign up, the online Holy Week retreat will also be available to the public through Jesuit Communications FB page. There will be video conferences on Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday morning.
JESUIT RESIDENCE - ATENEO DE MANILA
8-Day Online Holy Week Retreat
An online retreat beginning on April 4, 2020 with Fr. Noel Vasquez, SJ giving daily retreat points via Facebook livestreaming.
JESUIT RETREAT HOUSE - MALAYBALAY
Online Paschal Triduum Recollection: Finding God in the Lockdown
Kindly visit their Facebook page for more details on how to participate.
THE ANCILLA DOMINI
A Holy Week Journey with Miriam of Nazareth: Embarking on a Journey in this Pandemic
This online spiritual journey begins on Holy Monday, April 6 to Easter Sunday, April 12. Embark on a journey with Mother Mary as you reflect on daily prayer points on the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of our Lord.
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP PARISH - CUBAO
Online Family Lenten Retreat: Si Kristo sa Panahon ng Krisis
THE JESUIT POST
Introduction to the Journey of Faith | Seeking God: A Jesuit Retreat
An online preached retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, this retreat is divided into six parts. Daily prayer points will be uploaded from April 6 to April 11.
IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY
An Ignatian Prayer Adventure
Spread for a period of seven days, An Ignatian Prayer Adventure provides reflections and guides in praying over the Third Week of the Spiritual Exercises, Jesus' Passion and Death.
From Ashes to Glory
This is a Lenten experience on praying the Examen, adapted from materials by Joseph Tetlow, SJ.
PATHWAYS TO GOD
Lent Retreat 2020
A retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises produced by the Ignatian Spirituality Centre, Glasgow
THE CORONA RETREAT
Meditations for Life in the Time of Corona
Fr. Jaime Blanco Achacoso offers a 30-day series of daily Lenten meditations which began on the first day of the enhanced community quarantine, March 15.
8TH WORKER BLOG
30-Day Lockdown Retreat
This site offers 30-day online retreat in the light of the current enhanced community quarantine. Reflections are provided at the beginning of each day.
PRAY MORE RETREAT
The Pray More Lenten Retreat
Inspiring talks on prayer, on who God is, reflections during the season of Lent, and some lessons from the saints
Each talk comes with a printable study guide that contains reflective questions and prayers.
ONLINE MINISTRIES BY CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY
Lenten Online Retreat
This Lenten Online Retreat is taken from the 34 weeks Online Retreat on the Online Ministries website. It begins on Ash Wednesday and ends on the Second Week of Easter (Divine Mercy Week).
IGNATIAN YOGA
Ignatian Yoga Retreat
A collaborative ministry of Jesuits and lay people, Ignatian Yoga retreat offers weekly Ignatian Yoga sessions beginning on Saturday, March 28. Sessions include conversations with instructors, asana classes, guided meditations, and group sharings.
ONLINE RETREATS WITH PODCASTS
IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY
Ignatian Workout Retreat for Lent
Tim Muldoon, author of The Ignatian Workout, shares his reflections during this Lenten season through podcasts and suggested prayers.
SACRED SPACE
Sacred Space offers a wealth of prayer resources such as daily reflections in podcasts, novenas, Lenten retreats, etc.
Lent Retreat 2020
This year's Lenten retreat is themed Journeying with Jesus.
Lent Retreat 2019
You may also access last year's retreat, The Way of Ignatius Loyola.
PRAY AS YOU GO
Pray As You Stay
Pray As You Go has just begun a new series called, "Pray As You Stay." You may stream it on SoundCloud or download the app from Google Play or App Store. The daily prayers suggested are very simple but it is suggested that you find a suitable place where you can be quiet and are able to set up your sacred space. Share to as many to support our spirits.
Aside from those rendered vulnerable because of medical conditions and seniority of age, the other people rendered vulnerable in this crisis are those whose mental health is severely affected by this crisis. Pray As You Stay helps us to receive strength and wellness through our constant connection with God and with one another in sharing.
ONLINE RETREATS WITH VIDEOS
ARCHDIOCESE OF BOSTON
A Virtual Retreat with Cardinal Sean
Cardinal Sean offers a virtual retreat on various Lenten themes. Click the link to watch the first session of this retreat.
DISCERNMENT IN THE CAVE
An Ignatian Digital Retreat for a Pandemic
During this time of isolation, lockdown and quarantine, it is more important than ever to continue finding God in all things. This digital retreat is a tool for exactly that. Pray through it individually, or invite members of your community to reflect and share together remotely.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
PINS OF LIGHT
The Way of the Cross in a Time of Pandemic
A different kind of Way of the Cross. One does not need to go anywhere; not even say any word. Just remain where you are and in silence contemplate the image presented at every station.
MARYKNOLL OFFICE FOR GLOBAL CONCERNS
Virtual Way of the Cross for Economic and Ecological Justice
A virtual way of the cross streaming on Good Friday, April 10, 12:00nn Eastern Time (12:00am, April 11, Philippine Time)
LOYOLA PRESS
Unlock the Stations of the Cross, Examen-Style
SAMBUHAY TV MASS YOUTUBE
Visita Iglesia 2020
Sambuhay TV Mass offers a virtual experience of the traditional Visita Iglesia. This year's theme is Hesukristo ng Eukaristiya, Sakramento ng Pagkakaisa.
ATENEO DE MANILA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SANGGUNIAN
Way of the Cross
Another virtual spiritual experience, Ateneo Liturgical Ministries offers daily reflections on the Way of the Cross from April 1 to 8, 2020.
OTHER SPIRITUAL RESOURCES
HARVARD DIVINITY SCHOOL
Caring for Self and Others in Times of Trouble: Some Spiritual Tools and Tips
As we take care of our community members, loved ones and friends, it is also imperative that we take care of ourselves. Remember, we cannot give what we do not have.
SPIRITUALITY AND PRACTICE
Spiritual Practices for the Coronavirus Pandemic
AMERICA MAGAZINE
How can we be the body of Christ when the coronavirus closes our churches?
A good material for reflection and online prayer with the community on how we can embrace and be the body of Christ at this time of enhanced community quarantine.
CATHOLIC EXCHANGE
Rosary Meditations for Prayer During the COVID-19 Pandemic
FAITH WATCH
Faith Watch Youtube
This Youtube account regularly uploads spiritually-enriching videos that may be helpful for us during these holy days.
ARCHDIOCESAN LITURGICAL COMMISSION MANILA
Family Celebrations of Holy Week and Easter Triduum at Home
We go back to the experience of the early Church when Christians gather to worship at home. This is an opportune time to encourage families to pray at home. Here is a copy of Family Celebrations of Holy Week and Easter Triduum at Home produced by the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Manila.
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ONLINE LENTEN RECOLLECTIONS
With His Eminence Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle at Pontificio Collegio Filippino in Rome, Italy