The first time I ever heard of spiritual direction was at a women’s retreat over twelve years ago.  What is it?  Well, it might be easier to explain what it isn’t.  It isn’t psychotherapy.  It isn’t having someone tell you what to do.  It isn’t problem-solving.  It’s having someone accompany you on your journey of spiritual growth.  That person is called your spiritual director and he or she is usually someone who is “further along” in their spiritual growth than you.  This person could be a priest, a deacon, a vowed religious, or even a layperson.

I have been in spiritual direction off and on (mainly on) for over ten years and have been blessed to have as spiritual directors some of the best priests in my diocese. The Church, with its dwindling vocations, needs more spiritual directors. There are degrees and certificates available in spiritual direction.  I am discerning whether or not I am being called to pursue one. My goal for this blog is to share my quest for spiritual growth and the knowledge that I gain.  I would love for you to accompany on my journey.