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 ...

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

In the modern era, the conversation around technology and spirituality becomes ever more pertinent. Especially with the rapid advancement of ...

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 ...

Discernment of how the Spirit is leading the church is at the heart of Pope Francis' plans for the synod on synodality, but anyone who thinks discernment is easy is bound to get into trouble. It is ...