Grafted Life Ministries

Catherine Warner

Mount Pleasant, SC, United States

It is the glory of God to conceal things, but the glory of kings is to search things out. -Proverbs 25:...

About Me

It is the glory of God to conceal things,
but the glory of kings is to search things out. -Proverbs 25:2

It is a glorious journey to seek out the things of God and to hear him for ourselves and to know Him. in community with a companion it seems we often gain clarity we sometimes miss alone. I love hearing God for myself but with others that joy is multiplied. Making space to listen and wonder and hear together never gets old. I have been in pastoral ministry for over 30 years walking with others, growing and learning together in discipleship. I’m currently on staff of Church of the Holy Cross, an Anglican church near Charleston SC where my husband is the rector. We have three grown children and love to spend time hiking, running, reading, walking the beaches nearby, connecting with our kids and our friends. I am currently not taking new directees.

Contact

Phone: 8434788036

Website: www.catherinedwarner.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Jillayne Warners

Spring Lake, MI, United States

I am in a love affair with God, the Source of my life; with Jesus, the Lover of my soul; and...

About Me

I am in a love affair with God, the Source of my life; with Jesus, the Lover of my soul; and with the Holy Spirit, the Power of God in me. The passion of my life has always been to create a holy space where individuals can encounter the living, transforming God. This passion came alive working most of my life in the ministry of worship through music and the arts. Now God has called me to use this passion in the surprisingly similar ministry of spiritual direction.

My ministry is called "Sacred Listening," a ministry of holy listening in a sacred space set aside for three of us - you, me, and the Holy Spirit. We sit together in silence, prayer, listening, and love, with the goal of greater intimacy with God, and the willingness to be transformed by His grace. The Holy Spirit is the primary Director. I listen with one ear to your heart, and the other ear to His Heart, discerning with you His presence and movement in your life, and encouraging you to recognize and respond to that movement.

I welcome into "Sacred Listening" anyone who desires a more intimate relationship with the living God, anyone who is in a time of transition, anyone who has questions. No questions are off limits here. Know that I have been through times of darkness and struggle in my life, and God has given me great compassion for others who face their own darkness and struggle. This sacred space is completely confidential and filled with mercy and grace.

My background is a foundation in Reformed theology through Calvin University; training in the person and work of the Holy Spirit through Dunamis, PRMI; and certification in Spiritual Direction from the Dominican Center, Grand Rapids, MI. I have a spiritual director myself, and I am also under peer group supervision. My favorite things include reading good books, walking in nature, and playing with grandchildren.

I invite you to contact me to explore whether or not we want to pursue a journey together.
I look forward to traveling deeper into God's love with you.
It's all grace,
Jill

Contact

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

young and old

looking for a more intimate relationship with God

Expertise in...

Dark Night of the Soul

Grief

Forgiveness

Life Transitions

Discernment

Deconstruction

Contemplative Prayer Practices

Creative Arts

Carol Ann Weaver

Corvallis, 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. The biggest part of my direction is with missionaries in different life stages from initially going to the field to transitioning off the field. I also companion ministry leaders and spiritual directors.

I also speak and coach on the Enneagram with specializations in transformation via understanding the instinctual variants (subtypes) and Harmony Triads.

My initial direction training was with Sister Joan of the Queen of Angels Monastery in Mount Angel, Oregon back when there were no programs for protestants. I went on to do more training with Sustainable Faith.

I was also trained to take people through the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius by Mike Higgins from Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life, Portland (SEEL PDX).

Other certifications/training/degrees include:

- Mental Health Coach, Light University
- Enneagram Portland Professional Applications Certification
- Enneagram Instinctual Variants and Virtues with Russ Hudson, Enneagram Institute
- iEnneagram Motions of the Soul Practitioner (Integrating the Harmony Triads and Ignatian Spirituality), Clare Loughrige
- Renovare Institute School of Spiritual Formation (1 year)
- Transformational Prayer Ministry (Formerly Theophostic Prayer Ministry)
- Advanced Biblical Studies, Moody Bible Institute
- Myers-Briggs Personality Typing
- Power Pilates Intermediate Mat Certification and Advanced Training.
- Certified Personal Trainer, NASM (Weight Loss, Corrective Exercise, and Women's Fitness Specializations)
- B.S. Foods and Nutrition
- M.Ed. in Student Development with a minor in counseling
- Spiritual Direction Supervision Training with Lucy Abbott Tucker of SDI

Contact

Phone: 5417606776

Website: https://bodyandsoulcompanion.com/

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Malay

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

Spiritual Direction Supervision

Ann Weaver

Strasburg , PA, United States

Ann has a passion to serve leaders through spiritual direction, coaching, and wise consultation. Her Spiritual Formation and Direction Master's degree...

About Me

Ann has a passion to serve leaders through spiritual direction, coaching, and wise consultation. Her Spiritual Formation and Direction Master's degree from Evangelical Theological Seminary, along with a coaching certificate from "Coaching 4 Clergy," and a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy and Psychology from Towson University affords Ann the opportunity to champion leaders holistically.

She brings thirty-five years of life, leadership, and ministry experience to her practice. Ann worked extensively in co-vocational roles (church planting/occupational therapy) in inner-city Philadelphia, mentored, trained, and developed leaders as a missionary in Cusco, Peru, and currently is a partnering presence to local/rural and international church and business leaders from a variety of cultural groups. Ann is attuned to the intercultural issues and watching the movement of God in the difficult social milieu we face.

Ann serves folks from various Christian backgrounds from an orthodox Christian perspective. She encourages each one to participate fully in their local expression of the Bride of Christ. Her ministry is hospitable and grounded in biblical truth. She offers the historical Christian perspective around sacred topics such as spiritual dryness, mystical experiences, and serving neighbors. Ann is attuned to how God is spiritually forming each individual she hosts as well as how he is forming culture and community toward closeness with Jesus that is producing Christ-likeness in organizations.

Leadership development and coaching, along with the facilitation of discipleship and spiritual formation within churches and businesses, complements Ann's individual and group spiritual direction service. She accompanies both the contemplative and trailblazer in spiritual direction. Leaders benefit from Ann's spiritual direction approach as they excel personally and intentionally desire to integrate interactive connection with God into their church or organizational settings.

As a companion, Ann creates the environment to accompany you into the presence of God to connect, listen, and discern his leading and voice. The stage is set to experience God's presence through healing and creative invitation as you bring your heartfelt concerns and practical life issues to the direction session. Additionally and as needed, attention is given to life routines, spiritual exercises, and prayer practices that boost interaction with God in daily activities.

Ann sees inner healing as a branch of spiritual direction. Persons engaging in spiritual direction sometimes find places in their hearts that need restoration. This is especially true as we confront the disorganization, deconstruction, and health concerns in our world today. Ann facilitates an approach to inner healing that encourages direct interaction with Jesus around every difficulty and issue. Adequate connection with Jesus is always a priority.

Engaging with Ann may include:
1) Individual spiritual direction--one-on-one sessions focused on deepening a relationship and encounters with God
2) Group spiritual direction--Ann as a facilitator and three participants experiencing God's presence in discernment, listening, and invitation
3) Consulting and coaching for leaders and their organizations--Customized to meet individual or group needs
4) Prayer Seminars--Groups learn historical Christian prayer practices that give a platform to enrich relationship with God

Contact

Website: ttwm.org

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...

Business professionals

Executives

Church leaders

Pastors

Nonprofit leaders

missionary

leaders

Expertise in...

Ignatian

Carmelite

Lectio Divina

Visio Divina

Prayer seminars

Inner healing

Trauma

Leadership

coaching

Cross cultural

third-culture

Discipleship

Spiritual formation

missionary

Jared Webb

Marion, IN, United States

It is a joy to sit next to another follower of Jesus and help them tune in to what God has...

About Me

It is a joy to sit next to another follower of Jesus and help them tune in to what God has done, is doing, and wants to do in their life. Together, we can explore how God is waiting to be found in the grocery store, BMV, and forest so that you can know more of him and who he created you to be.

I was ordained in The Wesleyan Church in 2020. I completed a 2-year training course in spiritual direction at College Wesleyan Church in 2023. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry and Philosophy/Theology degree from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2017. In 2019, I received a Master of Practical Theology degree (MDiv equivalent) from the same institution. Presently, I serve as an Assistant Pastor who oversees discipleship and first impressions at Lakeview Wesleyan Church in Marion, Indiana where I have worked since late 2017. Additionally, since 2022, I have served as the Assistant Male Chaplain at Grant County Jail.

Contact

Phone: (765) 506-4858

Website: 1727direction.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email or Text

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Everyday Jans and Joes

Pastors

Leaders

Incarcerated Individuals

Students

Expertise in...

Theology

Humor

Ministry

Chuck Webber

Oak Brook, IL, United States

After completing a spiritual formation program at the Transforming Center, Wheaton, IL (2009-2011), I trained as a spiritual director in the...

About Me

After completing a spiritual formation program at the Transforming Center, Wheaton, IL (2009-2011), I trained as a spiritual director in the Franciscan Spirituality tradition at the Chiara Center, Springfield, IL (2013-2015). I also double-trained as a spiritual director and leader of the Ignatian Exercises in the Jesuit tradition through Loyola University Chicago (2020-2023). As an exercitant I have completed the Nineteenth Annotation of Ignatius Loyola.

I spent my entire career as a professional scientist in the biomedical sciences (1975-2013) and am currently Professor Emeritus of Physiology at Loyola University Chicago. I have expertise in neurophysiology, physics, mathematics, and astronomy.

I provide spiritual direction via Zoom or in-person through my local church, Christ Church of Oak Brook, and Loyola University Ministry, Maywood, IL. I continue as a directee under a trusted Jesuit spiritual director and am part of a 7-member peer-group supervision fellowship. I have trained in both the Traditional Enneagram and the Harmony Enneagram.

I am willing to walk with people at different levels of Christian spiritual maturity. I listen carefully to those with doubts and who see disparities between modern scientific discovers and biblical interpretations. I understand the power of beauty and awe in God’s creation.

Contact

Phone: (708) 638-7497 (cell)

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

Email:

Prefer Contact By: e-mail

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Christian church parishioners; University faculty

students

and staff

Expertise in...

Franciscan spirituality

Ignatian spirituality

Enneagram certification

Karen Weeks

Kalamazoo, MI, United States

I've always had a desire to go deeper beneath the surface of things. To be curious about the why, how, and...

About Me

I've always had a desire to go deeper beneath the surface of things. To be curious about the why, how, and what of another person’s experience. To understand the heart of a matter.

After I began to follow Christ, this translated to my faith journey, as well. I wanted to go deeper with God, to really know his heart and to connect on a “feeling” level. There is great anchoring in knowing the truth of God’s character and His word, but without knowing how God feels about us, without being rooted and grounded in his love, knowledge about God remains just that: intellectual knowledge. But, the good news is that knowledge with experience can be transformational. Truth plus an encounter with God can become a point of transformation, of healing, of becoming.

After many years of working as a professional counselor in private practice, I began a 2 year training program with the Sustainable Faith School of Spiritual Direction to become a spiritual director. I wanted to combine my ability to create a safe listening space for others with the desire to actively bring God’s presence into the conversation. To create space for others to encounter God in a fresh way, to help them listen to his voice of love, and to facilitate a deeper journey into God’s embrace.

After completing the program with Sustainable Faith in May 2019, I have found it to be incredibly meaningful to serve others with the ministry of spiritual direction. I've also enjoyed planning & facilitating group workshops that combine art & faith, which are designed to help participants engage with God through creative and contemplative practices.

I believe spiritual direction can be a life-giving experience, similar to what Christian psychiatrist Curt Thompson, MD, refers to as the experience of “knowing and being known.” It’s the practice of being present to the soul of another person, giving them freedom to discover their “true self” and explore who they really are. It’s the opportunity to be authentically heard and seen, while also being accepted and validated. In this way, a spiritual direction session becomes a sacred space to be heard, seen, known, and cared for, along with the awareness that God is present and active in our midst.

My style of spiritual direction is to listen intuitively to what's being said, both verbally and non-verbally. Sometimes I use expressive arts or mindfulness exercises to help people connect with their bodies and souls, which in turn helps bring integration between the mind and heart. Sometimes I use quiet music or a spiritual practice to help a directee tune in to what God might be saying in the present moment.

My goal is to create a space where you can listen to the sound of your soul, while also tuning into God’s heart. I also offer a free 20 minute consultation (via phone or Zoom) to determine if we would be a good fit to work together.

Contact

Website: www.karenbaderweeks.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Ministry leaders

Therapists

Creative types

Women of all ages seeking great intimacy with Christ

Expertise in...

Enneagram

Body-mind connection

Contemplative practices

Creativity

Grief

Anxiety

HSP traits

Nish Weiseth

McCall, ID, United States

Nish Weiseth (CSD) is adventurer’s wife, a mother to two brilliant & hilarious kids, a spiritual director, and founder of Formation...

About Me

Nish Weiseth (CSD) is adventurer’s wife, a mother to two brilliant & hilarious kids, a spiritual director, and founder of Formation Northwest.

Nish studied Religious Studies and Philosophy at the University of Colorado at Boulder and completed her Spiritual Direction training through Sustainable Faith, with ongoing Spiritual Formation education through Loyola University Chicago. She is a member in good standing with Spiritual Directors International (SDI), and ESDA.

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

Sharon Welsch

Mars Hill , NC, United States

“But it is God who reveals these things to us by His Spirit. For the Holy Spirit searches everything and shows...

About Me

“But it is God who reveals these things to us by His Spirit. For the Holy Spirit searches everything and shows us God’s heart.” 1 Corinthians 2:10

I love having the opportunity to encourage and listen to the heart of another through the disciplines of Spiritual Direction, Coaching, and Soul Care. You might envision these disciplines as sitting on a screened in porch, sipping sweet tea, and sharing heart to heart in unhurried conversation about your life as you respond to the gentle nudging of the Holy Spirit while growing in attentiveness and awareness of the work of the Holy Spirit in your life. It is my honor to walk with those who wish to discover deeper intimacy with Jesus.

I am a graduate of the Soul Shepherding Institute including their additional two-year Spiritual Direction certificate program and coaching course. I am available to meet in person or via Zoom. My home is in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina where my husband and I offer a private spiritual retreat center devoted to Spiritual Direction, Coaching, and Soul Care. I find great delight in God’s beautiful creation which is right outside our front door.

Contact

Phone: (828) 776-6099 (cell)

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

pastors

Church leaders

pastor's family

students

adults

married couples

divorced women

military

Expertise in...

Spiritual Direction

Coaching

Art and Spirituality

blended families

dark night of the soul

divorce recovery

Soul Care

burnout

spiritual renewal

Sabbatical

Lectio Divina

Ignatian Meditation

trauma and grief

Cecilia Whitacre

Wheaton, IL, United States

I am a trained Spiritual Director, Immanuel Prayer facilitator, also on staff at my church and Christos: Center for Spiritual Formation...

About Me

I am a trained Spiritual Director, Immanuel Prayer facilitator, also on staff at my church and Christos: Center for Spiritual Formation as the Chicago Area Coordinator. I meet with people in the Wheaton & Palatine areas, also on zoom. I often lead classes and retreats and it is my humblest privilege in life to accompany people on their spiritual journey. My hope is to help and companion people as they grow in a real life-giving relationship with Jesus.

Contact

Phone: 630-880-6136

Website: https://www.anordinarychristianwoman.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

Expertise in...

I have training in Ignatian spirituality

leading groups and individuals through the exercises. I've done training in facilitating inner healing work with memories and grief. I like to incorporate art

music

body-spirit connection. I wouldn't say I have "expertise" but that I bring some knowledge as I continue to learn and grow myself in a variety of areas always

Peter White

Tulsa, OK, United States

Peter is the host and curator of a retreat space in downtown Tulsa, OK. He is most passionate about helping others...

About Me

Peter is the host and curator of a retreat space in downtown Tulsa, OK. He is most passionate about helping others slow down so they can listen to the work of God within themselves. His work experience includes a wide variety of ministry settings from a large, downtown church staff to campus ministry to non-profit to corporate chaplaincy.

He is a graduate of Sustainable Faith's school of spiritual direction and is a certified advanced teacher in the Enneagram Spectrum Method. He is an ordained deacon in the Anglican Church of North America and has a DMin in contextual theology from Northern Seminary and an MDiv from Asbury Theological Seminary.

Contact

Phone: 918-859-3830

Website: www.thesabbathlife.com

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 planters

business professionals

Expertise in...

Enneagram

rule of life

Julie White

Springfield, OR, United States

As a spiritual director, my desire is to help you become more aware of how God is weaving in and through...

About Me

As a spiritual director, my desire is to help you become more aware of how God is weaving in and through your life.

I grew up in a Christian family, but it wasn’t until college that I began to understand Jesus’ invitation to personal relationship. Then teaching English in a Catholic school, and working in business, broadened my understanding of Jesus, of spiritual practices, and of the various ways God meets his people. I eventually was ordained to ministry within my local Christian Church in Southern California, where I served for a number of years.

I wanted to pursue training in Spiritual Direction, so I entered The Journey (offered through The Leadership Institute of Orange, CA.). Since then, God has provided opportunities to further expand my knowledge & experience, including attaining a Masters in leadership and ministry, completing the St. Ignatius exercises, and Enneagram certification. I presently am the Executor Director of The Unfolding Soul, a ministry to help people and those in ministry leadership become more deeply in love with Jesus, better navigate their life crossroads, and experience rest and spiritual renewal.

I would be honored to come alongside you as you pursue spiritual direction. Our monthly time together can help you process what’s stirring within, as you experience the goodness of God, the love of Jesus, and the fresh wind of the Holy Spirit. I am available to meet in person, over the phone, or via Zoom, whichever is your preference. (I know firsthand how this practice can have a spiritual impact in your life, for it certainly has in mine.)

I grew up and spent many years in Southern California and lived in the suburbs of Chicago for five years. 13 years ago I relocated to the Springfield/Eugene area of Oregon where I live with my pastor husband, Bruce and enjoy time with my grown children and grandchildren. I thoroughly enjoy outdoor activities, creative endeavors, reading, and always a good cup of tea.

My Service & Work
I have worked in the for-profit and non-profit worlds, and have more than 30 years of practical experience in the local church.

Spiritual Direction Certificate The Leadership Institute
M.A. Christian Ministry and Leadership Hope International University
Ordained Minister Independent Christian Church
Executive Director of The Unfolding Soul www.theunfoldingsoul.org
Certified Mental Health Coach Light University
Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Certificate SEEL, Portland
Spiritual Formation &
Women’s Ministry Certificate Light University
Certified Enneagrams Practitioner Motions of the Soul

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...

I work with people who want to grow in spiritual discernment and enrich their spiritual life: Pastors

pastors wives

church planters & spouses

educators

burned out leaders

struggling Christians

married or single.

Expertise in...

Spiritual disciplines

Scripture reflection

personal spirituality

Leadership

Creativity

Grief & Loss

the integrated life

the Ignatian Exercises

and the Enneagram (Harmony Triads)

Liz Whitson

West Linn, OR, United States

I love Jesus with all my heart! As I walk this journey of being Jesus’s disciple, from the grace of God...

About Me

I love Jesus with all my heart! As I walk this journey of being Jesus’s
disciple, from the grace of God the Holy Spirit is leading me in my
transformation to become more Christ-like. I am an imperfect human being,
yet I understand my belovedness. I want to walk alongside people in their
Christian spiritual journey. I want to help people grow closer to who they
were created to be and help deepen their relationship with God.
I have my Master’s in Spiritual Formation from George Fox-Portland
Seminary with a focus in Spiritual Direction.
I truly believe that as believers we are called to actively participate in our
own spiritual formation as we grow closes to Christ. Through this process
we are able to love God and others on deeper truer level. I care about hearing your story. Together, we will discover how the Holy Spirt works in your life and how God shows up on a

day-to-day basis. We will explore the goodness of God together and your belovedness.

Contact

Phone: 5033100720

Website: https://calendly.com/spiritualdirection-lw

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Rhonda Whyte

Greenwood Village, CO, United States

My passion is to walk alongside those who want to experience deeper spiritual transformation in Christ. In Spiritual Direction, we create...

About Me

My passion is to walk alongside those who want to experience deeper spiritual transformation in Christ. In Spiritual Direction, we create space together to be curious about God's movement in the Directee's life. Whether a Directee is just beginning their spiritual journey, growing deeper in new ways, or deconstructing old beliefs, Spiritual Direction is a time set aside from the bustle of life, to hear and discern what the Lord has to say.

God has created each of us as his Beloved, uniquely gifted child. Created in His image, we have a divine purpose that only we can fulfill. He is always inviting us into a deeper relationship with Himself and as we learn more about Him, we learn more about our true selves. In turn, as we learn more about our authentic selves, we learn more about God. Through spiritual practices such as Lectio Divina, Visio Divina, Ignatian prayer, breath prayers, nature walks, centering prayer and Immanuel journaling - we can connect our head, heart, body and spirit to hear God's voice in fresh ways.

I received my Spiritual Director's training through Denver Seminary's Christian Formation and Soul Care program and have been a Spiritual Director since 2013. I am also a certified Enneagram coach through Jerome Wagner's Enneagram Spectrum Training.

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 in leadership

young adults

ministry leaders

business professionals

folks in the LGBTQ community

Expertise in...

Enneagram Certified Coach

Ignatian Spirituality

Lectio Divina

body-spirit connection

Immanuel Journaling

Creative Spiritual practices

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 46 years. We have three adult children and five grandchildren.

Contact

Phone: (802) 355.9728

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...

clergy

individuals

Expertise in...

psycho-spiritual integration

Enneagram

Christina Wilking

Charlotte, NC, United States

Christina Wilking serves as a spiritual director in Charlotte, NC. She is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University majoring in Business...

About Me

Christina Wilking serves as a spiritual director in Charlotte, NC. She is a graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University majoring in Business Administration. While attending Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary she discovered her calling to become a spiritual director. She received her training through the Fairfield University four- year Spiritual Direction Formation Program. Christina also has received a Certificate from Sustainable Faith in Spiritual Direction Supervisory Training.

Christina served on staff at a large church for eighteen years as an assistant to the Senior Pastor and in addition served as a Hospital Chaplain, Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator and as a Spiritual Director. In 2018, she started Wind and Breath Ministries to offer spiritual care to those who desire a deeper relationship with God and discern their next step in their faith journey. Christina specializes in helping those in ministry and non-profit organizations but her practice is open to all. She is available to meet in-person, by Zoom, and by phone. She is a member of Spiritual Directors International, Evangelical Association of Spiritual Directors and the Emmaus Center for Spirituality.

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

and all others

Expertise in...

Ignatian

Susan Williams

Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR-MO, USA, , United States

I like to describe myself as a traveling companion on the spiritual journey of life. My background includes an M.A. in...

About Me

I like to describe myself as a traveling companion on the spiritual journey of life. My background includes an M.A. in Ministry, certification in Spiritual Direction, and over 20 years focused on the spiritual formation of children.

For me, Spiritual Direction is sacred conversation. I consider it a privilege to create space for you to share what is in your heart and on your mind. I will listen deeply and remind you of your core identity as a beloved child of God. Together, we can explore the liminal spaces which exist between your “now and not yet” and the “thin spaces” where heaven and earth seem to overlap. Together, we will travel deeper into the heart of God.

If you are in a season of grief or lament, if you are seeking greater spiritual depth, if you are college-aged, a new parent, an empty nester, or in transition of any kind…
you might benefit from a season of Spiritual Direction.

Check out my website at susanwilliamsnwa.com.

I'd love to talk with you. More importantly, I’d love to join with you in listening for and attending to the active presence of God in your life.

One last thing…the Enneagram and its potential for spiritual growth fascinates me. (I’m a 1w9).

Contact

Phone: 479.466.3807

Website: susanwilliamsnwa.com

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In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Aly Wilson

Boston, MA, United States

My goal as a spiritual director is to hold sacred space for directees as they come to know themselves more deeply...

About Me

My goal as a spiritual director is to hold sacred space for directees as they come to know themselves more deeply and honestly, experience the grace and love of God more personally, and follow God's leading with more gentleness and freedom.

Contact

Website: http://alywilson.com

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Prefer Contact By: Email or Website

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In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

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Ministry leaders

working professionals

women

couples

people of color

creatives

Expertise in...

Life transitions

discernment

deconstruction

identity

attachment

grief

art and creativity

women's spirituality

women in leadership

body-spirit connection

psychology

third-culture

race and faith

life coaching

Enneagram

Lectio and Visio Divina

retreats

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). In more recent years, I have participated in numerous training in supervision through both the Lanteri Center and Denver Seminary. I also am committed to ongoing supervision myself and continuing education and formation in this ministry.

I attend Flatirons Community Church in Lafayette, Colorado, and serve on the prayer team, and have participated in both local and international ministry. I am grateful to be married to my husband Andy, and enjoy our three adult children and their spouses.

As far as how I came to this ministry, after being a Christian for many years, I became restless in my faith. The ways that I approached God that served me so well for so long were not as meaningful. I possessed a strong biblical foundation and an intellectual faith that are formative and essential, yet I realized that I was not experiencing the level of relational intimacy with God that I desired and observed in others. Some have described what I was experiencing as having a head but not a heart relationship with God. Spiritual direction is a relational practice that has helped me to relate to God more holistically with both my mind and my emotions.

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: jwineman@gmail.com

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

mothers

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, Biola University earning a master's degree in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care 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

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Pastors

Ministry Leaders

Spiritual Directors

Counselors

Academic Leaders

Expertise in...

Contemplative Spiritual Direction

Supervision

Leadership Development

Spiritual Direction Training

Retreats

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