Spiritual Direction Programs

The Spiritual Direction Practicum is a two-year program to train and supervise spiritual directors in the ministry of spiritual companionship. A basic foundation in the areas of Scripture, Theology, Spirituality, Psychology is required for admission.

Twenty-six Wednesday evening sessions, 7-9 p.m., from mid-September to mid-April. Program also includes a Saturday Reflection Day in the fall and a January retreat weekend both years.

• Please contact the Practicum Coordinator,Joan Linley, Program Director 203.245.0402, for further information
  $1300 per year (2011-2012)

The Institute in Spiritual Direction, Sunday, May 6, 7 pm - Saturday, May 12, 2012, 2 pm  is a six-day residential program open to beginning and experienced directors who seek to develop their skills and expertise.  The Institute provides opportunities for input, role play, dialog, presentation of written verbatims, small peer supervision group, and the opportunity to lead the group in prayer.  There will be time for study, rest, quiet and evening communal prayer.  Applicants must be directing a minimum of two persons and bring a written verbatim.  An interview is required for admission.  Please contact Joan Linley, Program Director, for further information:  203.245.0401. Tuition is $550 and includes a simple single room with central bath and meals.

Internships in Spiritual Direction and Retreat Direction
Contact Joan Linley, Program Director 203.245.0401 for further information

Internships for persons who feel called to the ministry of spiritual direction or retreat direction. The program features individual study, guided by an experienced mentor, with the following components:

 
• Monthly sessions with a staff supervisor for a two-year period
• Dialog on selected readings in spiritual direction or the Ignation Retreat Exercises
• Supervision of written verbatims or of retreat experience
• Participation in two June Institutes (for spiritual directors)
• Participation in directed retreats (for retreat directors)

SEE "ESPECIALLY FOR SPIRITUAL DIRECTORS" SIDEBAR UNDER THE "PROGRAMS AND REGISTRATION" TAB FOR DAY PROGRAMS
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FINDING A SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR FOR YOURSELF? CONTACT SR. JUDY FORTUNE 203.245.0401, EXT. 490.