Reflecting together
thriving together

The Examen(ed) Church equips the church with discernment tools rooted in reflective practices to navigate the complexities of the cultural moment.

"The Examen(ed) Church has helped us to think about situations differently. We've learned to reflect and pray as a reflex instead of just reacting in any given moment."
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Group Two Pastor

What is The Examen(ed) Church?

The Examen(ed) Church is a grant-funded initiative based at Marquette University. It is focused on promoting congregational thriving through reflection on three themes: awareness of and adaptation to the changing context, clarifying mission and values, and deepening Christian practice.

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Learning Process

Explore the two-year learning process centered on the Ignatian Examen prayer, progressing through four phases: Learning Reflection, Practicing Reflection, Discerning to Action, and Reflecting on the Experience.

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Information for Congregations

For Pastors, Lay Leaders, and Members: Explore program objectives, the program's roadmap (learn, practice, act, reflect), learn about the congregational commitment, and get any other questions answered in the FAQ.

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Program partners

See participating congregations, learn about the program's grantor - the Lilly Endowment Fund, and discover other Marquette Lilly Endowment Grants focused on Clergy and Congregation Vitality.

Program Resources

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