53. Befriended by Jesus (with Dale Gish)

What if Jesus is always moving toward us, offering us friendship and love, but we've lost the ability to notice?

In this episode of The Being Formed Podcast, Adam Ormord sits down with Dale Gish, founder of The Ignatian Center, spiritual director, retreat leader, and guide of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.

Drawing from a recent pilgrimage through Spain, Dale shares stories from visiting significant locations in the life of Ignatius of Loyola, including Montserrat and Manresa. Along the way, he reflects on the transformative power and enduring wisdom of the Spiritual Exercises, and why Ignatian spirituality continues to resonate with so many people today.

Together, Adam and Dale explore the life of Ignatius and the invitation to discover God's presence in the ordinary moments of daily life. They also discuss the growing interest in the 19th Annotation of the Exercises and how this accessible pathway allows people to journey deeply with Jesus while remaining fully engaged in everyday responsibilities.

Whether you're new to Ignatian spirituality or have been walking this path for years, this conversation offers a thoughtful introduction to a tradition that has helped countless people cultivate a more attentive, discerning, and relational life with God.

 

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Dale's reflections from leading an Ignatian pilgrimage through Spain
• A brief introduction to the life and conversion of Ignatius of Loyola
• An introduction to the 19th Annotation of the Spiritual Exercises
• Examples of how imaginative prayer draws us closer to our friend, Jesus
• Opportunities to engage with The Ignatian Center and upcoming training cohorts

 

About Dale Gish

Dale Gish is the founder of The Ignatian Center, a ministry devoted to helping people encounter God through the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. He is a spiritual director, retreat leader, and experienced guide of the Exercises. Through teaching, training, retreats, and pilgrimage experiences, Dale helps individuals and groups cultivate deeper attentiveness to God, greater discernment, and a more intimate relationship with Jesus.

 

Resources & Links

The Ignatian Center: https://www.theignatiancenter.org

Connect with Dale and learn more about upcoming cohorts, webinars, and training opportunities through The Ignatian Center.

 

Reflection Question

Where do you sense yourself on the journey with Jesus right now, and what invitation might be waiting for you in this particular stretch of the road?

 

The Being Formed Podcast is a soul care ministry of LifePoint Resources.