Formation
A Journey of By John Peck, SJ
Faith and Discovery
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can summarize in a word what I’ve gained during my two years of Regency teaching philosophy at Loyola University Maryland: confidence. For one, I now have greater confidence in the authenticity of my friendship with Jesus Christ. To a greater extent than First Studies, Regency challenges a Jesuit in formation to assume added responsibility for his spiritual life. At this point in forma-
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tion, superiors are no longer continually inquiring about whether and how I pray. With a full schedule of teaching, preparation, writing and other activities, I’ve had to work hard to stay nourished on a steady diet of the Word of God. Naturally, daily participation at Mass remains the center. Somewhat to my surprise, I’ve found that I’ve remained faithful to prayer (and genuinely enjoy it) even without being monitored by superiors.