https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w Description of Various Spiritualities en-us 2016-09-12 13:18:31 UTC 2016-09-14 13:31:50 UTC hello@padlet.com 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123106801 -Using the practice of asceticism, the use of self-discipline and avoidance of all pleasure, the Desert Fathers formed the basis of the Christian monasticism, the fulfillment of the gospel.  
-The Desert Fathers practiced the virtues of poverty, service, and self-denial. 
-They were driven into the desert in order to devote their entire lives to God and avoid any form of distraction by living in populous communities
-Similar to the Desert Fathers, the Desert Mothers moved away from crowded cities to become closer to God.
-There they began teaching the people through oral tradition and lived lives of poverty and selflessness.]]> 2016-09-12 13:19:25 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123106801 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123114028 -Benedictine monasticism bases itself on complete devotion to God through the three vows of obedience, stability and Conversation Morum.
-By taking these vows and practicing prayer and charity, a Benedictine monk grow closer to God.
-The purpose is to acquire a stronger union with Jesus.
-Benedictine Spirituality embraces the holiness in everyday life and our call to live with Jesus.
-Benedictine monks continue quaerere Deum (to seek God).]]> 2016-09-12 13:32:30 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123114028 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123116161 -Franciscan Spirituality is characterized by optimism and the joy of life as well as the goodness of God himself. 
-They believe that the Word of God came to be not because of the sins of humanity but because God wanted to transform the world into a world based on love.
-This spirituality involves living simply and with other people to experience God's creation.
-It also involves caring for the poor and preaching gratitude towards God for His creation.
-Franciscan Spirituality is rooted in prayer. ]]> 2016-09-12 13:37:13 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123116161 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123302283 -Jesuit Spirituality is based on the belief that God is present everywhere and is active in our daily lives. 
-It was founded in an effort to convert Muslims. 
-The goal of Jesuit Spirituality is to make decisions guided by knowledge, prayer, and volunteer service. 
-One way to achieve Jesuit Spirituality is at the end of the day reflect on the decisions made (Examen).
 -Jesuit Spirituality leads to deeper prayer and a closer union with Jesus.]]> 2016-09-12 21:52:16 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123302283 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123302880 -Carmelite Spirituality is meant to be a form of seeking God. 
-Its belief system stresses individuals to be open to God intervening in our lives in order to transform us.
-They work to live together with Jesus. 
-The spirituality of the Carmelites is marked by community and service. 
-It is focused on Christ and is inspired by the prophet Elijah and the Blessed Virgin Mary.]]> 2016-09-12 21:57:44 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123302880 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123311990 2016-09-12 23:49:21 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123311990 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123312411 2016-09-12 23:53:49 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123312411 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123312939 2016-09-12 23:59:45 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123312939 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123313061 2016-09-13 00:01:07 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123313061 17akucera https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123313104 2016-09-13 00:01:49 UTC https://padlet.com/17akucera/n62ybr2a356w/wish/123313104