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Spiritual Guidance & Direction
Although Jesus does not directly say to us “go here and do this”, he does give us the opportunity to discern, (free will) that we are in the right place. We often get caught up with “what is God’s plan for me?”
As part of my mission of helping others, I offer Spiritual Direction. You can connect with me and arrange to meet one on one and see if my services fit your needs.
Spiritual Direction Process
A Spiritual Direction session is led by you and influenced by the Holy Spirit.
- It begins with prayer.
- We will journey together to unpack what you are being called to discuss.
- The sessions will flow with a mixture of your discussion and my discerning of further questions to ask.
- There are moments of understanding a situation through a God focused look.
- There may be a take away at the end that you can medicate on.
- All sessions are confidential.
As we move through this process the prayer and hope is that you see the working of the Holy Spirit in your life. That you go deeper into your relationship with Jesus. And lastly, you become aware of what are the next steps in your spiritual journey. This does not occur all at once, it is a time to pray and saviour the journey of transformation.
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Formal Direction Meetings
Spiritual direction is an ancient ministry of the Christian community, where the goal is to help others deepen their relationship with God. Through prayer and reflection. It is a place where people can grow spiritually. In the Spiritual Direction sessions, the Director will guide, educate, and mentor the Directee. Spiritual Direction is meant to lead the Directee to examine their spiritual life. It is not counselling or a form of Social Work. The Spiritual Director will attentively listen, to provide insight through the workings of the Holy Spirit.
By seeking guidance from a spiritual director, the directee is committing to look at their life and unpack their experiences. Considering their prayer life and their vocation. Over time the directee will see the presence and the actions of God in their life. The directee usually meets with the director once a month.What is shared at a Spiritual Director directions session is strictly confidential.
If you are considering spiritual direction, you may want to reflect on the following questions.
- What is my understanding of spiritual direction?
- What are my desires in regards to my spiritual growth?
- Where would I like to start?
- What qualities am I looking for in a spiritual director?
- What approach from a Spiritual Director would help me the most in my spiritual direction?
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In the Spiritual Direction sessions, the Director will guide, educate, and mentor the Directee. Spiritual Direction is meant to lead the Directee to examine their spiritual life. It is not counselling or a form of Social Work. The Spiritual Director will attentively listen, to provide insight through the workings of the Holy Spirit. If the Director sees the need for the Directee to have care from a Social Worker (emotional support), the Directee will be informed.
Confidentiality
The Spiritual Director will not communicate to anyone that the Directee is being seen by the Director. Also, all that is discussed in a session with the Director will remain confidential. You are free to discussion your sessions and involvement with Spiritual Direction with others as you choose.
There may be a need to record what is said during the session by the Director. By signing you are also consenting to the session being recorded. This will be a written record.
Fees
The fee for a one-hour session is $35-50. To be paid the day and time of the session or by e-transfer.
Time of session
We will start the session at the time that is scheduled. If you need to change the date or time of the session, please give a 24-hour notice to the Director.
I have read and understand the above terms and have asked for clarification when needed.
If you have any questions or would like clarification, please contact:
Lina DiMattia
Spiritual Director
RESOURCES
A Catholic Relationship with Jesus | Catholic Answers
Adoring the Eucharist Is About Relationship with God – Ascension Press Media
“All the way to Heaven is Heaven”: 7 basic steps to holiness – Catholic World Report
(11) Chris Tomlin – Good Good Father (Audio) – YouTube
(1) How to Start Over With God: 3 Steps by parish mission speaker Ken Yasinski – YouTube
St. John the Baptist: A martyr for the truth about marriage – Catholic World Report