What is Spiritual Direction?

Spiritual direction has had a long and esteemed history within Christianity. Despite its name, it is not one person telling another what to do. Rather, it is a dialogue through which we discover and discuss with a director the action of God's Spirit in our life. The director is only a facilitator in the process, or as Thomas Merton aptly says, "The director is merely 'God's usher,' confirming and validating where God is calling me."

Spiritual direction is an excellent pathway to help people renew their faith. With the help of the Holy Spirit, the director prayerfully listens as a person shares the joys and struggles of his or her faith life. Through shared dialogue, the director and directee discuss the action of God's Spirit working in their life. In the process of spiritual direction, individuals can heal, build and strengthen their relationship with Jesus, and this can be life-changing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Spiritual DIRection like counseling?

No, spiritual direction is not like counseling; rather it is a process of self-discovery and awareness to the workings of God in one's life. In spiritual direction, the spiritual director, with the help of the Holy Spirit, prayerfully listens as a person shares the joys and struggles of his or her faith life. Through this shared sacred dialogue, they discuss the action of God's abiding presence at work in the directee's life.

How is a Spiritual Direction beneficial to my faith life?

In spiritual direction, individuals can heal, build and strengthen their relationship with Christ. Once a person experiences the profound joy of knowing Jesus, this encounter can be life changing.

How long does a Spiritual Direction session last?

Individual sessions are usually one hour in length and occur once a month. Spiritual direction sessions are offered in person at San Pedro in Winter Park, FL. or remotely via Skype, Facetime or Zoom.

How do I begin Spiritual Direction?

Please contact San Pedro for a complete listing of our spiritual directors. You can fill out our inquiry form here.

Is there a cost to Spiritual Direction?

The Spiritual Directors who are listed with San Pedro have agreed to not ask for a donation for meeting with directees.