The prevalence of the language and practice of discernment owes much to the larger movement of what Diana Butler Bass has termed "retraditioning" as well as a renewed focus on spiritual practices.

As we continue to watch in the media — students on college campuses debating and protesting on hot topics like evolution vs. creation — we wonder how we, as parents, can best prepare our teens for ...

Martha Tidwell sat before me wearing a blue pants suit and a weary face. Four years ago she left her high-paying job as an accountant after having discerned, with her church’s help, that she was ...

Minister Billy Holland provides insights about daily Christian life with a Biblical view.

In Pope Francis recent interview with America magazine he frequently references “discernment.” Though many are aware of what he means by this, those who have never been exposed to Ignatian ...

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has launched a new catechesis series on spiritual discernment. The Pope announced on Aug. 31 that he will provide reflections in his upcoming Wednesday general audiences on ...

A study of the spiritual doctrine of St. Ignatius Loyola as articulated in the text of the Spiritual Exercises, but with reference to other texts such as Ignatius’ Testament, letters, and the ...

Trent Loos writes that declining optimism and widespread misinformation—especially around health—calls for greater personal discernment.

Pope Francis speaks during his general audience in the Paul VI hall at the Vatican Jan. 4, 2023. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Below is the text of Pope Francis’ weekly Wednesday audience, delivered on Jan.