Thank you for expressing interest in undertaking the Full Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius in Silence over 33 days at JISA Sevenhill.
Before applying to undertake this retreat it is required that you have prior experience of silent directed retreats in the Ignatian tradition, preferably 8 days duration. It is expected that applicants have experience and comfort with the dynamic of silence, prayer, and reflection over an extended period of time.
It is highly advisable that you have had ongoing spiritual direction with a person who can help you discern and prepare to undertake the Spiritual Exercises.
Please note: while the Spiritual Exercises can have a therapeutic effect, they are not therapy and do not substitute for psychological counseling.
The Full Spiritual Exercises in 33 days are a silent residential program offered at our retreat centre in Sevenhill, South Australia. They are an intense spiritual experience that require a solid prayer life, good health and stamina. It is particularly suited to people who want to make a decision in a faith-context, or who want to deepen their commitment to the Lord.
We invite you to complete this online application here.
Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be passed on to any other party.
On completion of the Exercises this Application Form and your References will be destroyed.
In support of your application please provide two referees who have knowledge or experience of the Spiritual Exercises and can attest to your readiness to undertake them.
Your application will be assessed by two assessors who are trained Givers of the Spiritual Exercises. You may be contacted for an interview at some stage.
The following questions will assist us in discerning your readiness to commence and help provide an appropriate Spiritual Director.