1. Dorothy Day had an unswerving commitment to nonviolence. What do you feel is the root cause of the culture of violence in our world today? In what ways do you believe you could help effect change in that culture?

2. Feeling grateful for God’s creative action in our lives is a key concept in Ignatian spirituality. Think back over your day. What one thing, person, or event are you are most grateful for today?

3.  Balancing activity with prayer is a constant challenge. Describe your habit of prayer. When and where do you like to pray?

4. Humility, obedience, and surrender marked Arrupe’s work. When have you faced similar choices between submission to authority and staying your personal course? How did it feel? What is the interaction between surrender and faith?