Will Truesdell

Wiscasset, ME, United States

I completed the Selah training for Spiritual Direction, and have a Masters in Spiritual Formation from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. For...

About Me

I completed the Selah training for Spiritual Direction, and have a Masters in Spiritual Formation from Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary.

For the past 28 years I have served with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship in its mission to see the gospel penetrate and transform the lives of students and faculty in colleges and universities in New England. My passion in this work has been to come alongside others in their journey towards Jesus, wherever they are in that process. My current role is to serve the spiritual formation needs of our staff throughout New England.

I love the opportunity in Spiritual Direction to join with others in their journey of faith, their experience of God, and being an observer of the transformational power of God. I especially enjoy working with leaders and those involved in mission. I long to see others come to a deeper experience of God’s love that sets them free to live the lives they were made to live.

I live on the beautiful coast of Maine with my wife of 25 years, 13-year old daughter and 5-year old son. Some of my interests include surfing (yes, even in winter), hiking, astronomy, maps, and exploring new places.

Contact

Phone: 207-380-7601

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Paula U'ren

El Cajon, CA, United States

During a transitional phase in my life, I realized that I hungered to know God in a deeper, more experiential way...

About Me

During a transitional phase in my life, I realized that I hungered to know God in a deeper, more experiential way. Pursuing that desire, I began seeing a spiritual director and my journey of discovery of God and myself began to open in new and richer ways. A year later I enrolled in a 2-year program of spiritual formation and direction training through Christian Formation and Direction Ministries (CFDM, San Diego). In 2008, I completed the program with a certificate in the Art of Christian Spiritual Direction. I believe that God has called me to be a spiritual director and it is my pleasure and joy to meet with a directee and accompany them through the up’s and down’s of their life journey, experiencing God’s presence in the midst of their hurt, growth, trauma, healing, and celebration.

I’ve been in leadership in women’s ministries, Bible studies, mentoring, and writing and leading reflective retreats at my church. I am married and have one grown son. I enjoy hiking, gardening, coffee with a friend, and reading a good book.

Contact

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Specialties

Works with...

Varied ages

with a sub-category of millennials

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

grief

psychology

and Enneagram

Ellen Uebele

Green Bay, WI, United States

During a year when confusion and disappointment felt like the only sure thing in my life, I was introduced to the...

About Me

During a year when confusion and disappointment felt like the only sure thing in my life, I was introduced to the ministry of Spiritual Direction. This grace-filled way of being listened to brought solace and clarity to my soul. As my spiritual journey transitioned, soul care practices and retreats became regular appointments on my calendar. The Lord enabled me to earn a certificate in spiritual direction from Leadership Transformations, Inc in 2011. It is now my joy to facilitate retreats and companion others in their life with God.

Prior to this I worked as an occupational therapist. In the church I led growth groups for survivors of abuse, offered lay counseling and I have mentored many women. Naturally, these experiences shape the way I companion others in spiritual direction. I love being outdoors and enjoy Wisconsin's four season. My husband and I have four grown children.

What people have said about Ellen:

"She has helped me realize that God longs for authentic relationship with me and what that looks likes in my day to day life..."

"This retreat transcended the socioeconomic and denominational lines that usually separate people. I felt inclusion and community in love."

Contact

Phone: 920-366-8047

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: NO

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

One on one

Group direction

LWG groups

The Apprentice Series group

day long and overnights retreats.

Expertise in...

Listening prayer

Resiliency

Abuse recovery

Women's retreats

Lisa Van Allen

Cedar Falls, IA, IA, United States

If you hunger for a deeper relationship with the Holy and thirst for a 'Sabbatical Lifestyle', Dr. Lisa Van Allen is...

About Me

If you hunger for a deeper relationship with the Holy and thirst for a 'Sabbatical Lifestyle', Dr. Lisa Van Allen is uniquely gifted and equipped to hold space for you. With academic degrees in theology and psychology, certificates in spiritual direction and coaching, and life experiences that have tested her faith and practice, Lisa is passionate about supporting you as you go through painful change, face challenges in your leadership, or simply want to dive deeper into Ignatian or contemplative spirituality.
Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to Me. Get away with Me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with Me and work with Me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with Me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” Matthew 11:28-30 MSG

Contact

Phone: (319)551-1414

Website: www.DrLisaVanAllen.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Phone, email, or web contact form

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Ministry and business leaders

chronic pain

disabled

terminally ill

trauma

loss

Expertise in...

Ignatian exercises

grief or loss

chronic pain

Mindfulness

psychology

business leadership

Enneagram

Myers-Briggs

discernment

Stephen Van Dop

Westerville, OH, United States

God made space for us in his covenant family. We are embraced as children. We respond by making space for God...

About Me

God made space for us in his covenant family. We are embraced as children. We respond by making space for God and entering that space to be with him. My practice is to journey alongside of people who are seeking to "be" with and to live deeply in God's presence. This spiritual life is not hidden inside us. Living in the presence of God, being in touch with God's Spirit, being fined tuned to God's sensitivities opens our hearts and sharpens our awareness of the movement of God in all of our ordinary activities among ordinary people. The true spiritual life is not an escape from life. It is a confrontation with life. It is not a leisure-time activity or a diversion from life, but journey where we find space to "be" with God as we partner with God gathering, reconciling and uniting this world to himself.

I have been a missional pastor for over 30 years working in and through local church communities, (primarily Chicago, IL and Columbus, Ohio), international ministry partnerships, (such as Ghana, South Africa and Zambia), and in hospital settings (particularly Rush University, Chicago, IL). I have a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, an Masters of Divinity with an emphasis in pastoral care and counseling), and a Doctorate of Ministry in Evangelism. I am certified as a life coach and actively apply this set of skills with developing leaders. I also have over 3000 hours in Clinical Pastoral Education (ACPE). I am trained by the Sustainable Faith School of Spiritual direction with an emphasis of Ignatian spirituality.

I have been married for 38 years and have three children and nine grandchildren. I am interested in a good story, mentoring young leaders - particularly men, the arts, woodworking, and outdoor activities (i. e. hiking, canoeing, backpacking, and skiing) and traveling to explore new places.

Contact

Phone: 6142595303

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

pastors or church leaders

pastor's family

missionaries

church planters

business professionals

and terminally ill

Expertise in...

Men's spirituality

Life coach

Enneagram

Lectio Divina

Centering Prayer

Ignatian

Myers-Briggs

John Voigts

Springfield, Illinois, IL, United States

Sitting with a Spiritual Director regularly has meant a lot to me and is an important part of my ongoing life...

About Me

Sitting with a Spiritual Director regularly has meant a lot to me and is an important part of my ongoing life of the spirit.

12 step recovery has been a big part of my spiritual journey for many years. The 12 steps are a rich and profound vein for spiritual formation worthy of being mined for a lifetime. This often finds its way into my conversations.

My personal practice includes stillness, periods of solitude, contemplative prayer and other practices which can sometimes help us to, as Parker Palmer has put it, "penetrate illusion and touch reality."

I enjoy cycling, swimming, reading, family and the great friends God has blessed me with. I enjoy good coffee and conversation.

Contact

Phone: 217-725-0958

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Jenny Wall

Wichita, KS, United States

It is truly an honor to walk alongside individuals wherever they are in their spiritual journey, as they work through questions...

About Me

It is truly an honor to walk alongside individuals wherever they are in their spiritual journey, as they work through questions and issues relating to their life with God. I have a Masters of Arts Degree in Christian Ministry with an emphasis in Spiritual Formation from Friends University in Wichita. My training also includes Larry Crabb's School of Spiritual Direction.

My background includes 25 plus years as a church lay leader in a variety of ministries over that time; Music and Kids Ministries, leading Women's Bible Studies and directing Women's Ministries. I've also served on church staff as Kids and Family Ministries Director for 6 years. God has used some great losses in my life to challenge my assumptions and cause me to search for Him in a deeper way, giving me a sensitivity to others grieving loss of any kind and searching for answers. While leading Women's Bible studies I found myself in conversations with women struggling with spiritual matters, but often felt inadequate to help them. I eventually sought more training to be able to better serve others.

Since 2014 I have been offering spiritual direction both individually and in group settings, in my home, by Skype. I am available to lead workshops, spiritual retreats and small groups for spiritual formation, and teaching on various spiritual disciplines.

My husband Robert and I have been married for 34 years, and are transitioning soon to the world of empty nesting, as our two young adult daughters are beginning to fly on their own!

Contact

Website: https://wordsfromasparrow.blog/

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Church and ministry leaders

seminarians and those training to be Spiritual Directors

men

women

elderly

aging persons

those who've experienced grief

spiritual abuse

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

Spiritual formation

Ignatian Spirituality Exercises

Exploring questions about God

Grief & loss

Transitions

Spiritual Abuse

Jenny Walley

, Scotland, United Kingdom

My desire is to see people listen and respond to God in whatever season they find themselves. I offer retreats and...

About Me

My desire is to see people listen and respond to God in whatever season they find themselves. I offer retreats and spiritual direction, as well as team discernment in a variety of Church contexts. I received my MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care from the Institute for Spiritual Formation in Southern California. I enjoy accompanying people who are working in the marketplace as well as in full time ministry.

I am married to John, and a mama to three fabulous little people, am learning to grow vegetables and to paint.

Contact

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: NO

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Troy Walling

Omaha, NE, United States

Troy Walling is the Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer for The Leadership Institute. Troy is a writer, frequent speaker and...

About Me

Troy Walling is the Executive Director & Chief Operating Officer for The Leadership Institute. Troy is a writer, frequent speaker and consultant who specializes in organizational transformation for churches, non-profits and businesses. Troy holds a certificate in Spiritual Direction, Formation and Leadership from The Leadership Institute. Troy is a Spiritual Director and a member of the Evangelical Spiritual Directors Association. In addition to working as a recognized coach and guide for community and business leaders, Troy is also the owner of shipredpallet.com, a parcel shipping consulting company based in Omaha, Nebraska where he has the opportunity to implement the rhythms of Jesus in an organizational setting. Troy and his wife, Stacey, are the proud parents of three children: Ryan, Roscoe and Olivia. Twitter: @troywalling

Troy's spiritual direction practice endeavors to mutually tune our ears, both director and directee, to hear the footsteps of God in a posture of deep listening. Special attention is given to places of identity, presence and cultivating an inward sense of belovedness.

Contact

Phone: 888-880-4854, ext 9

Website: spiritualleadership.com

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Executive leaders

pastors

married couples

business professionals

church leaders

struggling Christians

burned out leaders

Expertise in...

Ignatian

Lectio Divina

men's spirituality

trauma

grief

creativity

sexuality

life coach

enneagram

strengthsfinder

recovery

rule of life

dark night

Evette Waters

Baltimore, MD, United States

When I read Jesus' words in Matthew 7:7, “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find...

About Me

When I read Jesus' words in Matthew 7:7, “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” I sense God's heart for relationship with each of us. Particularly, how He understands our longings and desires to respond to us with His love.

It can be difficult to distinguish God's loving presence in the midst of life's daily challenges. As a Spiritual Director I will look with you at the ways God is inviting you to experience Him so you can rest more easily in His love.

I've had the privilege of teaching the gospel to children and teens as well as ministering to victims of human trafficking in the city of Berlin, Germany as a missionary. My diverse ministry experience has given me a passion for women in ministry, missionaries, the marginalized, the sexually hurting, and those in transition. I am also passionate about multiculturalism within the church.

My love for the arts motivates my desire to experience God and explore faith through music, drawing, and painting.

I am a graduate of Cairn University with a Bachelors in Bible and a concentration in Youth Ministry. As a graduate of the Tending the Holy program at Christos Center for Spiritual Formation I am excited to offer my services to women seeking spiritual direction.

Contact

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Specialties

Works with...

women

Expertise in...

women's spirituality

women in ministry

missionaries

creativity

African-American experience of Christianity

sexually hurting

those wounded by the church

those in transition

marginalized

Carol Weaver

Corvallis, OR, USA , OR, United States

I love companioning people in every stage of their journey with Jesus; helping them to find God in the events of...

About Me

I love companioning people in every stage of their journey with Jesus; helping them to find God in the events of their everyday lives. I am especially passionate about helping others to find God’s unforced rhythms of grace because of my own experience of burnout in full-time ministry. Also, with my background in nutrition and fitness, I love helping people in the care of their bodies as well as their souls.

Care of the Soul:
- Spiritual Direction Certification. Sustainable Faith, 2020
- Enneagram Portland Professional Applications Certification, 2020
- Director for Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius, 2019
- Renovare Institute School of Spiritual Formation, 2018-2019
- Transformational Prayer Ministry, 2001-present
- Training of leaders/international workers since 2005
- Advanced Biblical Studies, Moody Bible Institute, 1994
- Myers-Briggs Personality Type Training, 1987
- M.Ed. in Student Development, 1987
- Discipling women since 1978
- Navigator Campus Staff, 1978-1983

Care of Body:
- Certified Power Pilates Instructor, 2015
- Certified Personal Trainer, NASM, 2015
- B.S. Foods and Nutrition, 1981

Contact

Phone: 5417606776

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Pastors

leaders

full-time ministry staff

missionaries

students

academics

married couples

women's issues.

Expertise in...

Direction through the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises

Lectio-Divina

Body-Spirit Connection

Cross-Cultural

Reentry Shock

Myers-Briggs

Enneagram Transformation

Burnout Recovery

Healing Prayer.

Chuck Webber

Oak Brook, IL, United States

Over the last decade my spiritual directors have helped me discern God’s expanding will for my life as Physiology Professor Emeritus...

About Me

Over the last decade my spiritual directors have helped me discern God’s expanding will for my life as Physiology Professor Emeritus. I have earned a certificate in spiritual transformation from the Transforming Center in Wheaton, IL as well as a certificate of completion in the ministry of spiritual direction from the Chiara Center in Springfield, IL. But beyond training, spiritual direction is fundamentally my Charis gifting of the Spirit and calling of God for the sake of others. Through silence and solitude I have learned how to live in community. And through community I have learned how to be still in God’s life-giving presence.

My wife and I lived in Germany for two years and we continue to travel the world. These experiences have given me a great compassion and mercy for numerous types of people irrespective of their walk in life. My passion is to bring glory to God by allowing Him to become large in my life and in the lives of others. I have quieted my soul regarding things too difficult for me, trusting in God’s Spirit to help me listen effectively to the Shepherd’s voice and that of His sheep. I am very comfortable leaning into the Mystery who is God and count it a privilege to sit with others that Christ be formed in us to the building up of the Body which is the Church.

Currently I offer spiritual direction through Christ Church of Oak Brook, IL and University Ministry of Loyola University in Maywood, IL. In addition, I am a newly ordained Minister by the National Association of Christian Ministers and am qualified to conduct Christian marriages.

Contact

Phone: H: 630-537-1204

Website: http://cwebber.sites.luc.edu/

Email:

Prefer Contact By: C: 708-638-7497

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Christian church parishoners; University faculty

students

and staff

Expertise in...

Franciscan spirituality

Ignatian spirituality

Enneagram certification

Nish Weiseth

McCall, ID, United States

I started receiving direction in 2010 and decided to answer the call to become a director in 2015. I can safely...

About Me

I started receiving direction in 2010 and decided to answer the call to become a director in 2015. I can safely say that spiritual direction, contemplative living, and increased study in spiritual formation has been the most remarkable and fruit-bearing chapter of my faith development yet, and I'm passionate about coming alongside others in their journey down the formation path.

I studied Religious Studies and Philosophy at the University of Colorado at Boulder and completed a full two-year education & training program to become a Spiritual Director through Sustainable Faith.

I live in an idyllic mountain town in central Idaho with my husband, Erik, and our two young children. When I'm not rafting, trail running, biking, skiing, or paddle boarding, you can probably find me with my nose in a good book.

Contact

Phone: 503-784-6864

Website: http://formationnorthwest.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

Men

LGBT

Individuals on the Autism Spectrum

Pastors

Pastors Wives

Expertise in...

Ignatian Spirituality

women's formation

Enneagram

Julie White

Springfield, OR, United States

As a Spiritual Director, I feel honored to come alongside a woman and listen in her journey of growth and healing...

About Me

As a Spiritual Director, I feel honored to come alongside a woman and listen in her journey of growth and healing. This pathway offers space and time to disentangle thoughts and feelings and discover God’s heart. Through prayer and listening, we notice what God is weaving in and through your life. My practice focuses on prayerfulness, spiritual disciplines, creativity, Scripture, and asking attentive questions. My desire is to care for the heart and soul of women.

My training includes: a certificate in Christian Spiritual Direction and Leadership, a certificate in Spiritual Formation and Women and a M.A. in Christian Ministry and Leadership. I have been married over 35 years, have 3 grown children and three grandchildren. I nourish my soul by biking, camping and taking nature photographs.

How may God be personally inviting you today? I look forward to being your companion as you experience God’s love and delight.

Contact

Phone: (541) 603-6051 (cell)

Website: www.theunfoldingsoul.org

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

ministry and pastoral leaders

church planters

business professionals

married or single

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

women's spirituality

creativity

art

dark night

Rhonda Whyte

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

I believe God is always inviting us into a more intimate relationship with Himself. It is such a joy and honor...

About Me

I believe God is always inviting us into a more intimate relationship with Himself. It is such a joy and honor to walk with others as they hear and encounter the Holy Spirit in new ways. My passion is to walk alongside those who want to experience more spiritual transformation in Christ, and to create space for others to hear from God through prayer and Spiritual Direction. I received my training through the Christian Formation and Soul Care program at Denver Seminary and have provided Spiritual Direction since 2013. Since 2009, I have worked with a women's ministry which facilitates an intense weekend experience for healing and spiritual transformation in Christ. I am also certified to lead workshops and coach individuals through the Enneagram Spectrum Training and Certification program.

Contact

Phone: 3034160100

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

young adults

ministry folks

people in counseling

business professionals

Expertise in...

Enneagram Certified

inner healing

lectio divina

creativity in soul care

Jim Wilkens

Essex, VT, United States

Cofounder of CHAPELWOOD-Soul Restoration Project©, a retreat ministry in northern Vermont, primarily intended for those in Christian ministry but open to...

About Me

Cofounder of CHAPELWOOD-Soul Restoration Project©, a retreat ministry in northern Vermont, primarily intended for those in Christian ministry but open to all who are seeking an opportunity for spiritual retreat, rest, and restoration. CHAPELWOOD provides respite, encouragement, and training to individuals, couples, and small groups.

I hold a Bachelor’s (Psychology), a Master’s (Theology), and a Doctorate (Spiritual Direction). Completed SoulFormation's Academy of Spiritual Formation and Direction (2nd Cohort), under the auspices of the NW District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA).

Ordained by the C&MA, I serve as Pastor of Care at Essex Alliance Church. I also provide individual spiritual direction on a limited basis and occasionally serve as a retreat facilitator.

Married, to Christine for 44 years. We have three adult children and four grandchildren.

Contact

Phone: (802) 878.8213 x143 (office)

Website: Email

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Individuals

Clergy

Expertise in...

psycho-spiritual integration

Christina Wilking

Charlotte, NC, United States

I have a passion for those who want to grow and deepen their relationship with God. On staff at large church...

About Me

I have a passion for those who want to grow and deepen their relationship with God. On staff at large church in Charlotte as an Assistant to Senior Pastor and a Spiritual Director. I offer Individual sessions in-person, by phone, or Skye and Self-directed retreat for both male and female. My educational training: Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction Certificate, Fairfield University, attended Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, and BA Business Management Indiana Wesleyan University.
Member of Spiritual Directors International.

Contact

Phone: 980-233-1466

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Pastors

Church leaders

Pastor's Wives

Expertise in...

Ignatian

Janet Wineman

Louisville, CO, United States

I grew up in Southern California and graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder. I served in the ministry of...

About Me

I grew up in Southern California and graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder. I served in the ministry of Cru/Campus Crusade for Christ for 22 years, ministering to college students and business professionals along Colorado's Front Range. I received a certificate in Spiritual Direction from Denver Seminary (a two-year program, 2002), and later earned a Masters in Christian Formation and Soul Care also from Denver Seminary (2009). In addition, I have completed a three-year program (earning another certificate) in Spiritual Direction from the Lanteri Center for Ignatian Spirituality in Denver, Colorado (2013). I also have completed formational training at the Lanteri Center to accompany individuals praying with the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises (2015).

I attend Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado, and serve on the prayer team, and participate in local and international ministry. I am grateful to be married to my husband Andy and enjoy our three young adult children and my son-in-law.

I offer spiritual direction and practice this ministry as a part of Christian formation, soul care, and transformation in the journey of a Christ follower.

Contact

Phone: 720-203-5143

Website: www.presencespiritualdirection.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: janet@presencespiritualdirection.com

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

moms

pastors

ministry leaders

global workers

faith leaders

business professionals

seminary students

Expertise in...

I prayed with the Ignatian Exercises in Daily Life

received training to offer the Exercises

and have offered spiritual direction for a person praying with the Exercises.

Angela Wisdom

West Chicago and Wheaton, IL, United States

We live in a culture with many voices competing for our attention. Spiritual direction is a place of refreshing hospitality where...

About Me

We live in a culture with many voices competing for our attention. Spiritual direction is a place of refreshing hospitality where we are given the gift of a set-aside time and space to prayerfully listen to God with the companionship and support of a spiritual director. Healthy spiritual direction supports our own relating with God. We return to the activities and relationships God has given us better attuned to him. It is a joy and privilege to offer this special kind of prayerful companionship and hospitality to others.

I received formal training at the Institute for Spiritual Formation, Talbot School of Theology and have been practicing formal direction since 2004. I served as Associate Director of Supervision & Practice and Senior Faculty for Selah a two-year certificate training program for spiritual directors from 2007 until 2017, when I resigned to reduce my travel and focus on private practice.

I have lived in many parts of the U.S. and abroad. As a result, I enjoy praying with individuals from all backgrounds and cultures. Prior to my seminary studies, I was actively engaged in training and equipping worship leaders and ministry teams for service as Vice President of Training for Maranatha! Music. These years of serving Christian leaders from a variety of backgrounds in a variety of contexts have given me special appreciation for the breadth and diversity of the Body of Christ. I have a deep-seated desire to see others live from a place of freedom, health and trust in God as they image him in their own unique ways in the special contexts and circumstances of their lives.

I frequently offer contemplative spiritual direction and supervision to other spiritual directors, counseling and ministry professionals who have found it difficult to find a director committed to contemplative practice. I offer in-person and on-line spiritual direction and supervision as well as individual and group day retreats from my home in West Chicago, IL and from the Tau Center in Wheaton, IL. My home has a prayer and worship room open to house guests, a place where directees often enjoy some time settling in before our times of formal spiritual direction begin.

Contact

Phone: (949) 887-8842

Email:

Prefer Contact By: E-mail

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Pastors

Ministry Leaders

Spiritual Directors

Counselors

Academic Leaders

Expertise in...

Contemplative Spiritual Direction

Supervision

Brent Worthington

Whittier, CA, United States

I received a Master of Divinity with an emphasis in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care from Talbot School of Theology in...

About Me

I received a Master of Divinity with an emphasis in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care from Talbot School of Theology in 2016 and have been giving direction since 2014. I am a Staff Director and Supervisor at the Center for Spiritual Renewal as well as an adjunct faculty at Talbot Seminary where I give individual and group direction.

I consider it such a gift to be able to sit with others and process their experience of God and his work in their lives. I love direction because it allows others to sit in the reality of their experiences and story and know God's love for them as they are truly seen and heard. My background is in the local church and Christian education.

I have been married to my wife for seven years. We have two kids, one daughter and one son.

Contact

Phone: 5627081903

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Pastors

Church Leaders

College Age

Youth

List of ESDA Spiritual Directors

Will Truesdell

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Paula U'ren

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Ellen Uebele

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Lisa Van Allen

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Stephen Van Dop

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John Voigts

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Jenny Wall

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Jenny Walley

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Troy Walling

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Evette Waters

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Carol Weaver

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Chuck Webber

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Nish Weiseth

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Julie White

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