What is a “spiritual director?”
A spiritual director (also called a spiritual companion) invites you into a safe space where you experience deep listening and insightful questions as you explore your faith journey. It is unlike counseling that deals with life problems and emotional healing. It is different from discipleship, mentoring, and coaching where the emphasis is on instruction, development, and goal setting. Spiritual direction focuses on the relationship between you and God and seeking the Holy Spirit together.
What led me to train to be a spiritual director?
In this season of life, the best gift I can give people is a safe place, an attentive ear, gentle questions, and prayer to allow them a space to process, struggle, and grow in their faith. I desire to be a “soul-tender” walking alongside people, helping them hear God’s voice and find their own.
What can you expect?
Spiritual direction begins with an introductory session to find out what I offer and if it will be a good fit for you. Sessions take place in a home-office setting or by video chat for about an hour, usually once a month. We will begin by quieting ourselves through a reading, prayer, or a moment of silence. The rest of the time is yours to explore, pray, wrestle, and rest. My role is to listen and help you hear from God. It may end with a prayer or a suggested exercise.
Why try spiritual direction?
“It is difficult to find a place where we can speak openly and honestly about our self-perception because we fear looking self-centered, unworthy, or inadequate. Trusted friends may try to ‘fix’ us or comfort us when really we need to address our thoughts by speaking out loud about them and by taking them into our prayer. Looking clearly at things in the presence of God brings clarity, health, and growth. Spiritual direction conversations provide a setting in which to do this.” Jeannette Bakke, Holy Invitations
Want to give it a try?
Email me at nancy@nancywcarroll.com or call or text me at 205-276-6848 to ask questions!
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