What is Spiritual Direction?

While “spiritual direction” might sound a bit lofty, it is simply a relationship in which one person guides another in attending to the presence and call of God. Sometimes called “spiritual companioning”, spiritual direction is for anyone yearning for God.  You may have a sense of longing for a deeper relationship with God or simply a sense of discontent with how your spiritual life is progressing.

The spiritual direction relationship includes a director and a directee. The director creates a peaceful environment for a conversation to take place.  The director typically does more listening than talking, asking leading or probing questions as needed or appropriate.

If you are interested in learning more about spiritual direction, this introductory session is for you!  You’ll have an opportunity to learn a little more about spiritual direction and ask questions. You’ll also have a chance to sign up for an introductory spiritual direction session with one of our Spiritual Directors to see whether spiritual direction is for you!

Please register to join us for one of our free one-hour info sessions at 6:30pm at St. Paul’s Monastery in the Scholastica Room.

Other upcoming sessions:

• March 16, 2026