Sometimes you just need to talk to someone who is also on a spiritual path and can help you discern your path. That's what a spiritual director does--gently and carefully accompany you along the journey. Mostly, we listen and reflect back to you the wisdom of God that we notice in you.

Individual spiritual direction ordinarily involves a private meeting--in person or by telephone--about once a month for an hour. The session usually begins in silent prayer as both director and directee collect themselves in the presence of God. Then, the person in direction will share whatever is real and important that is going on in their life. Together the directee and director explore where God is present and what God's invitation to the directee may be.

Spiritual direction is excellent for becoming more aware of God's presence, for savoring the goodness of God in your life, and for sorting out difficult life situations and choices (discernment). Spiritual direction centers around God, prayer, meditation and the holiness of everday life.

Spiritual direction sessions are always confidential. What you share with a spiritual director is between the two of you and God.