July 31

Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Convert and founder who teaches discernment and generous service to Christ.

16th centuryEuropeFounder of the Jesuits

Who Was This Saint?

Ignatius’s ambitions were purified through suffering, prayer, and study into a life of discernment and apostolic availability.

Their Path to Christ

He helps restless modern people examine desires, motives, and next steps before God.

Key Virtues

discernment
courage
obedience

What to Imitate Today

Notice what draws you toward or away from God.
Pause before big decisions.

Patronage and Intercession

Traditionally invoked for: discernment.

Feast Day and Liturgical Notes

July 31 in many calendars. Local observances and ranks can vary.

Prayer with Saint Ignatius of Loyola

Saint Ignatius, pray for me that I may discern God’s will with honesty, courage, and generosity.

Scripture and devotion

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 4:1

Sacraments: Confession and examen, Mission

Devotions: Examen, spiritual exercises

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