About this episode
This episode invites listeners to engage in an annual examen practice designed for groups, encouraging deeper exploration of their souls.
“Before I can tell my life what I want to do with it, I must first listen to my life telling me who I am.” — Parker Palmer Important Note: HERE IS THE LINK to the most updated version of A Soul’s Review for Groups. Updates were made on 12/15/25. Please download THIS VERSION for any use of the guided Examen. God comes to us brilliantly disguised in the ordinary moments of our everyday lives. With this in mind, we offer an invitation. For several years, we have invited you into the ancient practice of an annual examen. This year, we have released an updated edition designed for groups of all sizes. The first portion of this podcast is an invitation to host a group. It might be a regular circle of friends, family, or coworkers with whom you share life. Or perhaps a group of people you’ve been longing to invite into a deeper exploration of the geography of their soul and a reawakening to God’s pursuit. Here’s the invitation: pray about whom you might share this with. Choose a date between now and mid-January to host a simple gathering. It is structured around a minimum of two hours, though giving it more time allows the experience to breathe. If possible, we encourage you to include…
People in this episode
Host: Morgan Snyder
Topics covered
- soul review
- group gathering
- spiritual practice
- examen
- self-discovery
Keywords
- soul
- examen
- group practice
- spirituality
- Parker Palmer
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: A Soul’s Review for Groups
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