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“Spiritual direction is, in reality, nothing more than a way of leading us to see and obey the real director— the Holy Spirit hidden in the depths of our soul.”
— Thomas Merton

what is spiritual direction?

Are you interested in spiritual direction but wondering what it’s really like?

We are spiritual beings and the whole of life is our spiritual life. God is in every part of it.

Spiritual direction is a practice where the “directee” seeks companionship and guidance from a trained spiritual companion. It’s an ongoing relationship focused on deep non-anxious listening, discernment, awareness of God’s presence and leading, and spiritual growth.

It differs from therapy in many ways- the focus is not on trying to examine your past to understand your present behavior or solve a problem, but rather to grow in your ability to be in the present moment and to notice what and how you feel, to listen for the stirring and whisper of the Divine in your life, to deepen your spiritual awareness so that you can live from a place of love and rootedness in God. As we grow and heal, we expand our capacity to offer love and compassion in all our relationships. God desires our healing and wholeness. Sessions are one hour long, once or twice a month.

It is one beggar telling another beggar “follow me, I think I know where to find food.”

It is an art, not a science.

It’s a relational process.

It’s personal training for the soul.

Richard Foster says “Spiritual direction is an interpersonal relationship in which we learn how to grow, live, and love in the spiritual life”.

It is a sacred space created in the presence of God and each other, where God is the true director and the answer to the deepest questions is the Presence of Holy Mystery.

WHAT TO EXPECT?

it might look something like this

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    quiet

    Often we begin the session with becoming aware of our bodies and the present moment. We might enter a sacred silence. Sometimes I will bring a reading to use as a reflection point. You might bring something you have been noticing or struggling with. Or you might have no idea what to talk about. It always emerges. We listen together to see where the Spirit leads the conversation.

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    REFLECT

    Through deep listening, I may offer some questions for reflection or support. My practice is rooted in curiosity and compassion. You might bring a current struggle or noticing. No part of your life is irrelevant to your spiritual journey. I’ll help you pay attention to what your life is telling you through exploring your feelings, patterns, thoughts and inner knowing.

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    LISTEN

    Through an ongoing relational process, I will companion you as you journey deeper into noticing where God is in the midst of your life, what gifts or invitations God might be offering to you. I may give you a practice to try for the month, or a reading recommendation.

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I offer complimentary consultations for one on one spiritual direction. Let’s talk and and see if we are a good fit for each other. I’d be honored to accompany you on your inner spiritual journey.

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