Spiritual Direction a.k.a. Spiritual Companioning
Spiritual Direction is an ancient spiritual discipline better called Spiritual Companioning.
During this time, you talk about your life experience and how it has or has not been intersecting with God. You and your Spiritual Companion listen for themes or wisdom emerging from your lived experience and wonder together how God is involved in this season of life. Prayer - in a variety of forms - is often a part of a Spiritual Companioning session. This is an ancient practice that has found its way into the 21st century because of it's usefulness in helping people tend to their soul's wellbeing. Each session lasts 60 minutes and occurs once a month.
During this time, you talk about your life experience and how it has or has not been intersecting with God. You and your Spiritual Companion listen for themes or wisdom emerging from your lived experience and wonder together how God is involved in this season of life. Prayer - in a variety of forms - is often a part of a Spiritual Companioning session. This is an ancient practice that has found its way into the 21st century because of it's usefulness in helping people tend to their soul's wellbeing. Each session lasts 60 minutes and occurs once a month.
Questions to ask yourself
to determine if Spiritual Companioning is a good option for you at this time:
Once you have moved through these questions, you'll most likely know if this is a good option for you at this time. An excellent short book that can also help you decide if this is right for you is Starting Spiritual Direction: A guide to getting ready, feeling safe and getting the most out of your sessions by John Marby. Available on Amazon.
to determine if Spiritual Companioning is a good option for you at this time:
- Do I currently have a connection of some sort with God?
- Do I desire to explore or deepen this relationship with God?
- Am I ready to let another person hear and hold my story?
- Am I open to having another ask me questions about my spiritual journey?
- Am I open to engaging Scripture, prayer exercises, or journaling exercises as part of Companioning?
- Do I have the time and financial resources to commit to this once a month?
- What do I hope to have occur in the midst of this time?
Once you have moved through these questions, you'll most likely know if this is a good option for you at this time. An excellent short book that can also help you decide if this is right for you is Starting Spiritual Direction: A guide to getting ready, feeling safe and getting the most out of your sessions by John Marby. Available on Amazon.
Logistics
Booking an Appointment
Christine meets with people on Thursday evenings and an occasional Friday during the day.
Unfortunately, Christine is currently not accepting any new clients. Email her directly to be put on a waiting list. christine.urbanretreat@gmail.com
Check out the Recommended Companions page to explore other options.
Cost is $60
However, the first appointment is only the %15 deposit due at time of booking - which is $9
Location: The Urban Retreat house in Arden Hills, MN
Address sent once you book your appointment
Booking an Appointment
Christine meets with people on Thursday evenings and an occasional Friday during the day.
Unfortunately, Christine is currently not accepting any new clients. Email her directly to be put on a waiting list. christine.urbanretreat@gmail.com
Check out the Recommended Companions page to explore other options.
Cost is $60
However, the first appointment is only the %15 deposit due at time of booking - which is $9
Location: The Urban Retreat house in Arden Hills, MN
Address sent once you book your appointment