Historical Context
Strangely, John Calvin was going through his own trials at the University of Paris during the same time Faber, Xavier and Loyola were laying the foundation of the Society of Jesus. They and the Calvinists long accused each other of stealing ideas from the other. Scholars believe this to be because of the similar backgrounds and philosophies of both groups.
Faber became an effective preacher and giver of the Spiritual Exercises, working in Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Germany. Much of his ministry was in Germany. There he drew up guidelines for ecumenical dialogue with Lutherans, but unfortunately these were hardly put into practice. He was known, among the early companions of the Jesuits to be the finest guide for those making the Spiritual Exercises.
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