“To Hell With Good Intentions”
Description: A reflective article written by Ivan Illich, that offers critical analysis of the idea that one is “helping” others by going on an international immersion experience.
Overview of the Pastoral Circle
/in Group Formation, Marquette University, Post-Trip, ReflectionDescription: An overview of the Pastoral Circle that includes a visual image and more lengthy descriptions
Pilgrims and Tourists: Conflicting Metaphors for the Christian Journey to God
/in Marquette University, Prayer, Reading Resources, ReflectionDescription: Reflective article entitled “Pilgrims & Tourists: Conflicting Metaphors for the Christian Journey to God”
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Elements of Reflection
/in Group Formation, Marquette University, ReflectionDescription: A one-page overview of what reflection is and how it is done
Charity vs. Justice
/in Group Formation, Marquette University, Reading Resources, ReflectionDescription: A one-page description of the differences between charity and justice
Quotes on Poverty and Solidarity from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
/in Group Formation, Marquette University, ReflectionDescription: Quotes on poverty & solidarity from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
Ignatian Post-Immersion Reflection
/in Marquette University, Prayer, ReflectionDescription: An Ignatian reflection for post-immersion processing sessions that includes reflective questions and quotes
The Chosen Path
/in Marquette University, Reading Resources, ReflectionDescription: Article from America Magazine (July 2003) entitled “The Chosen Path” that reflects on questions of discernment.
The Cost of Short Term Missions
/in Group Formation, Reading Resources, Reflection, Seattle UniversityDescription: A reflective article originally published in “The Other Side” Jan/Feb 2000 edition, that provides good questions about the value or lack of value of short term immersion/mission experiences.