What is Spiritual Direction?

what is spiritual direction?

Spiritual direction — or some like to call it “soul care” — is an intentional time to tend to your friendship with God. Paula D’Arcy writes that “God comes to us, disguised as our life,” and spiritual direction can help us discern God’s presence and movement throughout our everyday, ordinary lives.

what happens during a direction appointment?

Direction sessions are one hour. Hopefully it feels like one whole hour of being loved and listening to. Each session begins with a time of silence and centering, often with a brief opening prayer. As you are ready, you then begin by reflecting on your life recently – any themes, struggles, interactions or thoughts that you would like to explore as you seek to understand where the Spirit may be at work in your life. The director may ask clarifying or reflection questions, may offer an image, metaphor or Scripture passage to consider, or may reflect back what she is hearing or themes she picks up on. The time typically ends with silence, perhaps a reading or Scripture, and a brief prayer. As you get to know a director, the two of you determine what works well for you.

when would someone see a spiritual director?

Whenever they are interested in going deeper with God. Spiritual direction creates space to pause and intentionally reflect on your own life and the presence of the God as your unique life story unfolds.  

Specific instances that might bring someone to direction include: seasons of discernment; seeking increased self-awareness; desiring a deepening experience of prayer; wrestling with questions of faith; feeling hurt or disillusioned by the church but wanting a space to explore your own belief; issues around identity and how God sees you.

how often would we meet?

Generally, direction appointments are made once per month. There may be seasons when it makes sense to meet every two or three weeks, but this is completely up to you.

what does it cost?

I charge $75.00 a session on Zoom, $100 for in-person sessions.

what are your credentials?

I completed a two year training program through Richmont Graduate University.

“When God‘s word touches our heart, responses are many and varied. It is important to recognize them all as prayer.” —Shelia Pritchard