Gathering Graces

Welcome to Gathering Graces: An Ignatian Podcast, a new podcast from Fairfield University's Office of Mission and Ministry.
In this introductory episode, host Marcy Haley introduces the inspiration and mission behind Gathering Graces, a podcast rooted in Ignatian spirituality and the Jesuit tradition of finding God in all things.
Drawing on the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Marcy invites listeners to slow down, reflect on their everyday experiences, and recognize the moments of grace that emerge through relationships, challenges, joys, and uncertainties.
Discover how Gathering Graces will bring together voices from the Fairfield University community to explore faith, spiritual discernment, leadership, compassion, justice, and the importance of becoming people for and with others.
The episode also introduces the podcast's inaugural Advent reflection series, beginning November 29, 2026, and continuing daily through Christmas Day. Members of the Fairfield University community will share reflections inspired by daily Scripture readings, offering opportunities for prayer, contemplation, and spiritual growth throughout the Advent season.
Join us as we begin this journey of reflection and discovery, guided by a central Ignatian question: Where is God meeting me in my life today?