Spiritual Direction

What is a Spiritual Director?  It is someone who walks with another in their developing relationship with God by whatever Name you call It.  That is the classical definition.  Directors have been offering this gift for thousands of years under many different titles and in various world religions.  We live in a very Spiritual Age so many people have been given the gift of walking with another as they grow in God.

I love the description of a Spiritual Friend as a midwife.  I find it a helpful description because it reveals my place in this sacred process.  I am along for the ride.  I am a part of the birth process in the sense of helping to deliver that which is already there.  I am only responsible for being present.  I did pastoral counseling for a number of years.  I was good at it, but not comfortable with it because I felt like I had to provide some answers.  I am a person who is better with asking questions. By doing that then you will come up with the answers which are right for you and God.  You will birth new life together.

I never feel more alive then when I am particiapating in spiritual direction.  I am listening to God, you and whatever maybe getting in the way in my mind or spirit.  I have no agenda other then listening.  What happens for you is between you and God.  I truly am in awe of watching the unfolding of God’s creation.

I meet with individuals for an hour once a month or more frequently depending on the spiritual needs of the person.  I do this face to face, by phone or by Skype.  I have found the Skype camera as a way to still be face to face, but through the computer.  My fee is $75 per hour.  I invite individuals to make an initial appointment where both of us stay open to the spirit to see if we are meant to work together.  If you are interested please contact me.

May God’s unfolding Love lead us to life.

Gary