Sacred Space (website)

Sacred Space is a popular website offering a guided online prayer experience in the tradition of Ignatian spirituality. It is run by the Irish Jesuits and provides a daily script for prayer based on scripture readings.

The website guides users through a structured prayer session typically lasting around ten minutes. This session includes elements such as:

• Presence: Taking a moment to become aware of God's presence.
• Freedom: Asking God to grant inner freedom and peace.
• Awareness: Reflecting on one's day and giving thanks.
• Reading: Reading the scripture passage of the day.
• Reflection: Reflecting on the reading and considering its meaning.
• Conversation: Speaking to God directly, sharing thoughts and feelings.
• Conclusion: Ending with a formal prayer, such as the Lord's Prayer.

Sacred Space aims to make Ignatian spirituality accessible to a wide audience online. It is available in multiple languages and is often used as a daily spiritual practice by individuals around the world. The website's design is intentionally minimalist and uncluttered to promote a sense of peace and focus.

The website’s content is regularly updated to reflect the liturgical calendar. While the core structure of the daily prayer remains consistent, the specific scripture readings and reflections change daily. Sacred Space also offers occasional special reflections for particular liturgical seasons or events.