Spiritual Direction

Spiritual Direction is for individuals seeking to follow God’s will in their daily life. In these one-on-one conversations, a trained spiritual director helps you explore your prayer experiences, joys, sorrows, and how God's Word influences your decisions. With the Holy Spirit guiding the conversation, spiritual direction supports your ongoing growth in faith and spiritual maturity. Daily Scripture prayer is encouraged for a deeper connection with God.

Spiritual Direction focuses on deepening your spiritual life and pursuing holiness and growth in faith. Counseling and therapy address mental health concerns using therapeutic methods to solve specific problems, while pastoral counseling focuses on resolving particular life crises through Scripture and tradition. Spiritual Direction, however, is a lifelong process, offering ongoing spiritual support, unlike counseling or therapy, which have specific goals that resolve after a certain period.

Typically, you will meet with a spiritual director every 4-6 weeks, depending on your needs, prayer materials, and other logistics.

Yes. Spiritual direction can include moments of healing prayer. If specific needs arise during prayer, your spiritual director may guide you through a healing prayer session as part of the direction process.

There is no charge for meeting with a spiritual director. This service is provided to support your spiritual growth.

Appointments are scheduled at a mutually agreed time between you and the spiritual director, usually during normal business hours.

Spiritual direction sessions are typically held at St. Rose of Lima, often in the Church Cry Room, providing a quiet and reflective environment.

While Spiritual Direction is deeply rooted in the Catholic faith, individuals of any Christian background who are seeking spiritual growth are welcome. The director will help guide you in deepening your relationship with God, no matter where you are on your spiritual journey.

In each session, you will share your spiritual experiences, thoughts, and prayers with your director, who will listen attentively and help you discern God's presence in your life. The director may offer guidance, prayers, and Scripture passages to support your spiritual growth and understanding.

Yes, Spiritual Direction can be done remotely or in person, depending on your preference and availability. Sessions can be conducted via phone or video call to accommodate your schedule and needs.