“What is spiritual direction, anyway?”
That's a question I’m asked often. Even though this ancient and respected Christian tradition is having a resurgence of interest these days among Christians of all backgrounds (because, let’s face it, there’s a real need today to slow down and connect more deeply with God), many people are still unfamiliar with it. Spiritual direction is meeting with a trusted spiritual companion to become more aware of God's presence and activity in your life. It's a "safe space" where you can share your story, question, and listen for God. Spiritual direction helps you take your relationship with God to a deeper level as you become more attentive to the ways that God is moving, working, and speaking within you and your life.
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In spiritual direction, God is the true director. A spiritual director is someone who walks with you on your journey, coming alongside to gently guide you in becoming attentive to what God is doing and how God is calling you to greater healing and wholeness in Jesus Christ. A spiritual director guides you in attuning your spiritual ears and heart to God. Your sessions together will help you to recognize God's presence and activity in your everyday life so that you can hear God's invitations and say yes to God in life-giving ways.

Spiritual Direction Is Unique to You...
Because spiritual direction meets you where you are on your journey, you'll find it to be a very personalized experience. The sessions are a time of listening, conversation, and prayer following the leading of the Holy Spirit. My desire is to create a sacred space where you can...
 
  • be seen, known, and loved.
  • tell your story
  • seek God’s wisdom and guidance.
  • be still and listen for God’s voice.
  • hear God’s invitations.
  • explore new spiritual practices.
  • connect more deeply with God.
  • learn to rest in God’s love.
  • become more aware of God’s presence and activity in your everyday life.
  • discern God’s will and leading.
  • experience God’s comfort and healing.
  • seek peace in the midst of pain or difficulty.
  • explore doubts, questions, or fears.
  • surrender control.
  • discover your true self.
  • be more present in the moment.
  • care for your soul.
  • pursue healing for your relationships with self, God, and others.
  • learn to abide (in Christ), not strive.
 
If any of this resonates with you and sounds like it might be helpful on your spiritual journey, I invite you to schedule a free consultation where you can learn more about spiritual direction, ask questions, share your story, and get to know me to see if we might be a good fit. (Before your consultation, please be sure to complete the Questionnaire and Disclosure Statement.) I'm grateful to be on the journey with you!

Spiritual Direction in Groups
Spiritual direction is not only for individuals. In fact, group spiritual direction can be a very effective discernment tool as individuals listen on behalf of one another, providing a variety of insights, community connection, and nourishment for the soul. A recommended format is 4-8 participants meetings once a month for 4 months. Sessions are 2 hours each. At each meeting, two people share a question or issue for discernment; the group listens and prays in silence on behalf of each presenter and then offers whatever is given to them during the silence.
Please contact me here if you are interested in being part of a group.