In recent years, few words have been so prominent in Christian circles as 'discernment'

The 36th General Congregation of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) saw discernment as 'a gift that we can offer to others'. But in unpacking that 'gift' some misunderstandings may need to be cleared away. I do not claim to have a complete understanding of discernment myself (hence the question-mark in the title) but perhaps what follows may further reflection and discussion of a subject as important as it is elusive...