Grafted Life Ministries

Roberta Bush Chiang

Arlington - Ft. Worth, TX, United States

I am a Canadian expat currently living in Texas, after living and raising a family in Hong Kong for 25 years...

About Me

I am a Canadian expat currently living in Texas, after living and raising a family in Hong Kong for 25 years. The experience of living cross-culturally and then re-entering another culture as a third time immigrant, brings a different perspective to my direction practice. Transitions-of all kinds-is an area I am most personally knowledgeable in, particularly in the area of changing countries and roles.
I most frequently sit with people in leadership and Christian ministry, as well as third culture adults.
I am a mother to 3 millenials, and nana to a beautiful grand-daughter who currently resides in Hong Kong and S. Korea.
Very experienced at accompanying someone in the direction process via skype or facetime, but am willing to meet in person at your place of preferred spiritual direction. Willing to conduct a first time consultation by phone, but will require a visual in the direction process, initially.
Trained in Ignatian spirituality and discernment, over a 4 year course with a Jesuit University-Fairfield U., Connecticut,- and am currently journeying through the 19th annotation of the Ignatian Exercises.
My background is a Protestant one, very comfortable with all faith backgrounds, including those in a faith-exploration process, and very comfortable working in a cross-cultural setting.
I most frequently 'sum up' the spiritual direction process by describing it as 'mid-wifery for the soul.'

Contact

Phone: 682-313-7700

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email or phone.

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

-church leaders

missionaries

business professionals

third culture kid-adults

but not limited to those.-

Expertise in...

Ignatian/discernment

lectio divina

grief

creativity

cross-cultural/third culture

immigrant/refugee

anyone in a recovery process.

Kenna Bynum

Los Angeles, CA, United States

Most importantly, I understand the life-transforming effect of having a space to be vulnerable and share my deepest doubts, fears, angers...

About Me

Most importantly, I understand the life-transforming effect of having a space to be vulnerable and share my deepest doubts, fears, angers, and questions without judgment, guilt, or condemnation. I am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. I have been blessed with the gift of a loving family but have also experienced so many worldly consequences and challenging circumstances. My personal history of suffering, abuse, self-sabotaging, trauma, loss, abandonment, rejection, grief, feeling alone, out of place, and stuck, as well as my experience of blessings, of overcoming, faith, divine nudging, forgiveness, and grace, gives me compassionate and non-judgment perspective when sitting in companionship with you. It is eye-opening and confirming where God has provided, protected, and consistently been my rock when I have chosen to turn to Him (and even in times when I haven’t or have been stubborn or prideful).

As a graduate of Christian Formation and Development Ministries, with a specialization in Spiritual Direction, I have been in ministry for almost 30 years. I have served leading in youth ministry during my 20’s, trained in women’s ministry, went on to lead a New Mother’s ministry for several years as well as a Parent's ministry. After becoming an ordained Deacon, the Lord guided me, not only to my own Spiritual Director relationship but into the precious calling of this ministry called Spiritual Direction. I was raised Catholic, trained in ministry in a non-denominational Christian church, currently serve as a Deacon and leader at Bel Air Presbyterian Church and provide Spiritual Direction to those called into this deepening journey..

I am a seeker of God’s righteousness and am amazed at the evidence of His fingerprints in the world, in particular, in the lives of those I love, lead, and guide. It is my heart’s desire for each person to which I come into contact, that they would know and experience their belovedness in God, and that He would grant me the grace of being a useful vessel in your spiritual journey.

Contact

Website: www.BelovedJourney.net

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Specialties

Works with...

church leaders

married

singles

business professionals

parents

mothers

women

ministry leaders

entertainment

ill

Expertise in...

women's spirituality

Ignatian

Lectio Divina

Contemplative Prayer

creativity

art

grief

music

retreat

Kym Byrd

Milton, GA, United States

I would be honored to walk for a bit with you on your spiritual journey. I am a playful contemplative. I...

About Me

I would be honored to walk for a bit with you on your spiritual journey. I am a playful contemplative. I enjoy using traditional Spiritual Direction exercises like Lectio Divina, Guided Meditation and Silence. I also love helping Directees see God in fun and unexpected ways. I share God using art, film, horse connection, Enneagram and nature. I work with women and couples. Helping those who have struggled with image of God, shame, perfectionism and codependency are some of my areas of expertise. I would describe my relationship with God as real, surprising at every turn, gently revealing and deep love beyond words.

Training and Education:
BS in Psychology from Louisiana State University
Certified Spiritual Director through Sustainable Faith
Certified REEL Experiences Facilitator
Certified Enneagram Facilitator through Enneagram Institute of Atlanta

Contact

Phone: 678-571-4969

Website: www.thebyrdhouseministries.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: kymbyrd@thebyrdhouseministries.org

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

Young mothers

Couples

Wives of high profile athletes

College Students

Expertise in...

Women's Spirituality

Lectio Divina

Group Direction

Clearness Commitee

Body-Spirit Connection

Enneagram

Art

Horse Connection

Nature

Grace Cabalka

Bakersfield, and Central Coast of California, CA, United States

I have been involved in church ministry for almost 30 years. I've written and taught Bible Studies, led retreats, spoken at...

About Me

I have been involved in church ministry for almost 30 years. I've written and taught Bible Studies, led retreats, spoken at conferences, and served overseas. I have seen ministry leaders and friends struggle as a result of not understanding how to care for their own souls, and I, myself, nearly walked away from the church due to burnout. Gratefully, the Lord gave me exactly what I needed through caring ‘holy listeners’ who helped guide me.

After receiving such life-giving ministry, I knew I wanted to do the same for others. I have received certification through The Leadership Institute in spiritual formation and soul care, along with training and supervision from their spiritual direction staff. There are meaningful ways to grow in intimacy with God as His beloved child through deep listening and responding, leading to healing and wholeness. Spiritual direction helps bring light to those pathways. I am honored to be a part of this process.

I’ve been married for 40 years and have 4 adult children and nine delightful grandkids. Along with ministry experience, I have walked through dark seasons in marriage and challenges of adult children and adoption. I have seen how Spiritual direction and formation have been life-giving, especially during challenging chapters. I am willing to meet through Skype, phone calls, or face to face in Kern County and San Luis Obispo County.
I've also become a certified enneagram coach under the teaching of Beth McCord (yourenneagramcoach) and if desired, use this tool in direction.

Contact

Phone: (661) 619-4583

Email:

Prefer Contact By: grace.cabalka@gmail.com

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Specialties

Works with...

pastors

church leaders

missionaries

college students

women in ministry

adoption

grief

transition

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina (and other disciplines)

women's spirituality

rule of life

dark night

enneagram

Shaleen Camery-Hoggatt

Lynden, WA, United States

Through my own experience of meeting with a Spiritual Director, God brought about a healing transformation that radically changed my life...

About Me

Through my own experience of meeting with a Spiritual Director, God brought about a healing transformation that radically changed my life and relationships, ending a decades-long battle with depression; so I know firsthand how the power of God can be experienced through a spiritual direction relationship. Despite being a lifelong Christian and church leader, the truth of being God’s Beloved only became a felt-experience in that context. I am grateful the Spirit continues to guide my journey of growth in becoming the person I was created to be, and gives me the privilege of witnessing and participating in this process in the lives of others as well.

I am also a grateful cancer survivor, having experienced a successful bone marrow transplant that resulted in remission from Multiple Myeloma, a blood cancer. This has given me an ongoing and personal understanding of the spiritual journey in the midst of pain, limitations, illness, loss, medical treatments and side effects. Whether or not these or depression are challenges for you, I would love to "listen together" to hear what the Spirit is speaking into your life and through your life and to see the ways God is at work around and through you to bring about redemption, healing, wholeness, and vitality. Most of my spiritual direction ministry is via video chat, so even if you are not in Whatcom County, WA, feel free to contact me to explore the possibilities.

My preparation includes completion of a three-year program in Spiritual Direction through Stillpoint Center for Christian Spirituality, participating in the 10-month Ignatian Spiritual Exercises (19th Annotation) through Sisters of St. Joseph in Orange, CA, and earning my BA and MA at Christian universities. My graduate studies included faith development transition and spiritual formation as major components.

I was raised in a pastor's home and have been married to the love of my life--a New Testament scholar, professor emeritus, author and ordained minister--for 43 joyous years. Together we have raised and delight in three adult children, as well as welcoming their fabulous spouses and two grandloves. I have worked in university residential life on both coasts, as well as serving as an elementary school teacher for 17 years; parenting, grand-parenting, and developmental transitions are areas of experience, study, and interest.

It is a blessing, calling, and privilege for me to serve as a Spiritual Director…
*meeting with individual students, academicians, seminarians, members of pastors' families, psychologists, ministers, artists and others seeking to be intentional about personal and spiritual growth.
*guiding small groups of directees, sacred companions, and spiritual directors,
*supervising interns in Spiritual Direction training programs,
*planning, facilitating, and speaking at retreats,
*teaching spiritual formation classes, workshops, and seminars
*facilitating experiences of reflective, contemplative prayer practices.

Contact

Phone: 949-858-0613

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Students

academicians

seminarians

pastors' families

persons in ordination process

pastors

persons who are terminally and/or chronically ill or dealing with chronic pain

faith transitions

anyone seeking to grow

Expertise in...

Living with chronic or terminal illness and/or pain

Ignatian exercises

spiritual disciplines & reflective prayer practices

faith development

depression

Julie Carlsen

Chicago, IL, United States

God's deep desire is to be with us, right where we are, before we fix or change the things we don't...

About Me

God's deep desire is to be with us, right where we are, before we fix or change the things we don't like or think we should have already done. So in Spiritual Direction, we listen. Your task is noticing with loving attention what you're thinking, feeling, hoping, worrying about, focusing on as you move through your days. And noticing with that same gentleness and loving attention how it is with you and God. Don't worry about expectations for yourself or judging your "performance". That noticing is at the heart of Spiritual Direction.

What we are seeking together in Spiritual Direction is a direct experience between you and God. Although my presence, questions, silence, and input are important, the most vital part of direction is you hearing from and experiencing God directly.

My style as a director is focused on grace and gentleness. I've had one of my directees describe her time with me as "guided meditation," and another as a place to process - but my style adjusts to each person I sit with. Jesus’s words from Matthew 11 fit what I’ve experienced in Spiritual Direction:
“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.” (msg)

I attend a Mennonite Church in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood, where a majority of our members are foreign-born. I have been a part of an eclectic array of denominations and I value the strength and charism each brings to the body of Christ. I worked with refugees in the US for more than 13 years and I love cross cultural relationships. I studied Spiritual Direction at North Park Seminary’s Center for Spiritual Direction and have been offering Spiritual Direction since 2011. I am open to new direectees.

My husband and I have been married since 2008 and we have a 4 year old son and a 1.5 year old daughter.

Contact

Phone: 847-868-5792

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...

male

female

pastors

cross-cultural relationships

young adults

university students

seminary students

missionaries

singles

divorced

married

Spiritual Directors

Expertise in...

Enneagram

body-spirit connection

focusing prayer

cross-cultural

Myers-Briggs

dark night

grief work

infertility

loss

creativity

Lectio Divina

Ignatian Prayer

music

art

spiritual disciplines

doubt

Shonda Carter

Lawton, ,

A spiritual director, teacher, minister, and innovative leader, Shonda was trained at Sustainable Faith, holds a Master's degree in Christian Spirituality...

About Me

A spiritual director, teacher, minister, and innovative leader, Shonda was trained at Sustainable Faith, holds a Master's degree in Christian Spirituality and Formation, and is currently working on her Doctorate in Spiritual Formation/Soul Care from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. When completed with her studies, she hopes to provide Supervision and Spiritual Direction Training to the African American community. However, she absolutely loves helping women on their journey to be conformed to the image of Jesus Christ for the glory of God and for the sake of others.
She is married to her best friend, Kenneth, since 2003. Together they love and are loved by a blended family of five beautiful children and five amazing grandchildren. In her spare time, she uses her S.T.A.G.E (skills, talents, abilities, gifts, expertise) to create documentaries and perform her "Won" Woman Show.

Contact

Phone: 5807044086

Website: WonWomen.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...

women

Church leaders

students

academics

military

Expertise in...

women's spirituality

creativity

life coach

spiritual formation

Karen Cartmell

Bakersfield, CA and Los Angeles area, CA, United States

I graduated with an MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care from the Institute for Spiritual Formation, Talbot Seminary. I love...

About Me

I graduated with an MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care from the Institute for Spiritual Formation, Talbot Seminary. I love meeting with those who are learning to live into the fullness of the abundant life in Christ. I have three married children and a wonderful husband of 39 years. My husband and I have been volunteer staff with Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) for more than 30 years. I give spiritual direction in Bakersfield, California, at Biola University/Talbot Seminary in the LA area, and to Christian workers in other countries by Zoom. I recently completed a 9 unit Certificate in Trauma from the Wheaton College Counseling and Mental Health program. I feel blessed to use my gifts and training as a spiritual director. The Lord be with you as you seek His presence.

Contact

Phone: 661-978-2799

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Missionaries

Intercultural and Cross Cultural Communities

Pastors and Pastor Family Members

Women in Leadership

Professors and Students

Expertise in...

Women's Spirituality

Ignatian Spirituality

Missionary Stress and Care

Lectio Divina

Intercultural and Cross Cultural Communities

Retreat

Rule/Rhythm of Life

Family Issues

Third Culture

Grief

Trauma

Beth Case

Houston, TX, United States

My practice of spiritual direction is founded upon God's promise to be Emmanuel - present with His people. I count on...

About Me

My practice of spiritual direction is founded upon God's promise to be Emmanuel - present with His people. I count on this promise in times of joy and of sorrow, of health and of hurt, of stability and of change.
In spiritual direction, I will companion you, and bear witness to God-at-work in the dailiness of life. We will together attend to God - Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And since I consider Scripture to be the very Word of God, I frequently utilize it in direction practice.
I have over a decade of ministry experience in the church. I am currently serving full-time in a church as an ordained minister.

Contact

Phone: 713.430.6994

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...

anyone eager to be attentive to God-at-work in their lives

seminary students

vocational ministers

lay ministers

ill and aging

Christina Chang

Yorba Linda, CA, United States

My passion as a spiritual director is to accompany others on their journey with Christ through prayerful listening and discernment. I...

About Me

My passion as a spiritual director is to accompany others on their journey with Christ through prayerful listening and discernment. I have been providing spiritual direction for 17 years. I graduated from Fuller Theological Seminary with a M.A. in cross cultural studies, and completed my training in Spiritual Direction at the Institute of Retreat/Spiritual Direction at the Archdiocese of L.A. Spirituality Center.

Having been in full time ministry for 9 years, I understand some of the unique spiritual dynamics in a Asian American church culture.

My husband and I have been married for 35 years and we have 3 adult children, one of them with special needs.

Contact

Phone: (562) 402-3040 home, (714) 746-6923 cell

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: NO

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

church leaders

married couples

at-home moms

professionals

medical professionals

special needs- Autism.

Expertise in...

Asian americans

cross-cultural

Jeannie Cheuvront

Atlanta, GA, United States

I am a licensed bi-vocational pastor in the Evangelical Covenant Church who met Jesus personally in college and for a number...

About Me

I am a licensed bi-vocational pastor in the Evangelical Covenant Church who met Jesus personally in college and for a number of years served Him wearing many hats in youth ministry, retreat ministry, church planting and crisis pregnancy ministry. I spent a lot of time “doing ministry” but eventually discovered that I was worn out and dry and thirsty and needing to reconnect with the God I had loved and served. I found Spiritual Direction to be the gift that restored my soul, and it became the lifeline that sustained me through some turbulent life changes in the last few years. Desiring to share this gift with others, I completed the graduate level certification program in Spiritual Direction at the C. John Weborg Center for Spiritual Direction at North Park Seminary in Chicago in 2012. I meet with individuals for one-on-one direction both in person and via Skype. With my extensive youth ministry background, I also desire to work with youth pastors to bring contemplative practices into their youth ministry. My husband and I currently attend Passion City Church where I serve as a Doorholder and a mentor for the Flourish Ministry.

Contact

Phone: 404-855-1981

Website: www.jcdirection.com

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email or website

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Specialties

Works with...

women

young adults

youth

Expertise in...

women's spirituality. young adults

art

creativity

teens

Annie Chick

Pasadena, CA, United States

It is my passion and calling to journey with directees and care for them through prayerful listening. Together we discern the...

About Me

It is my passion and calling to journey with directees and care for them through prayerful listening. Together we discern the presence of God in their lives. It is always a joy and a longing in me to see the fruit of spiritual direction by the work of the Holy Spirit demonstrated in the directee’s growth in prayer life, openness to God and in embracing who they are in Christ.

Born and raised in Hong Kong, I have been living in Pasadena, California with my husband for over 25 years during which time I had served in our home church in children, youth, young adults and church board ministries. This gave me an insight into the challenges faced by and the deep longing of Christ-followers and church leaders. I have cross-cultural ministry experiences and speak English, Cantonese and Mandarin. My husband and I are proud parents of two adult sons. Our elder son and daughter-in-law have blessed us with our first granddaughter who was born in January 2020.

I received my training in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at Talbot School of Theology and I currently serve as staff spiritual director at Biola University.

Contact

Email:

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Cantonese

Mandarin

Specialties

Works with...

College and seminary students

young adults

women

church leaders and pastors

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

Ignatian

rule of life

women's spirituality

cross-cultural

Paul Clark

Dayton, OH, United States

I'm a passionate student of God’s work in our soul, and I'd love to help you discern, explore and respond to...

About Me

I'm a passionate student of God’s work in our soul, and I'd love to help you discern, explore and respond to God’s activity in your life. Certified as a Spiritual Director through the two-year Selah Spiritual Direction Program, I offer contemplative, attentive spiritual direction for those who sense a yearning to go deeper in their relationship with God and would like someone to help them understand and discern God’s activity in their life. I’ve pastored for over 25 years, and try to foster an atmosphere of loving trust, generous grace, and honest response to the Jesus' invitation to abide in him.

Contact

Phone: 937-434-8627

Website: www.formedforlife.org

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...

Pastors or church leaders

pastor's family

missionaries

students

married couples

business professionals

Expertise in...

contemplative direction

trinitarian

Lectio Divina

rule of life

Sheila Clark

Schaumburg, IL, United States

These days, we live in a world filled with noise, unrest, busyness and fear. The days can be so long, filled...

About Me

These days, we live in a world filled with noise, unrest, busyness and fear. The days can be so long, filled with hectic schedules, responsibility and uncertainty, leaving many feeling exhausted, anxious and angry. And yet, the years flit away quickly, always plugged in yet leaving us seemingly disconnected from God, others and ourselves. This daily life has a way of distracting us and we don’t always know how to detach and hear the voice of God calling us the Beloved. Instead, we become consumed with other voices that try to tell us who we are. Henri Nouwen says that we mistakenly believe that we are what we have, we are what we do, or we are what others say about us.

Here, through spiritual direction, I hope, you will find a safe place to land – to unplug, to disconnect from the busyness, to detach from the activity, for just a moment. It is a time to tune into the Voice that created us into being and calls each of us beloved.

Crisis hit my life nearly 10 years ago. Although I had been walking with Jesus for nearly 30 years, my life with God became dry and my faith rhythms were no longer sustaining me. I knew the “right” theology, and the “right” Scripture passages. I knew a lot about God. And yet, my heart and my life were far from reflecting and living the knowledge I carried in my head. But God, in his infinite kindness, led me on a journey of spiritual formation and spiritual direction that grounded me in His love and in His Presence. During this time of crisis, spiritual direction, listening groups, the Ignatian Exercises, contemplative prayer and the Enneagram became anchors that nurtured my hungry soul and led me into the reality of God’s care and nearness to me. I experienced listening and being listened to in a new way – love that sees without judgment or carrying agendas of fixing. Rather, I began to recognize God’s activity and invitations in my own life. It was then that God awakened the desire within me to offer this same gift of listening, and unconditional love, to others.

My training includes a Spiritual Direction certificate from TLC (Transformational Listening Center), an Advanced Spiritual Formation certificate from Moody Bible Institute and certification as an Integral Coach. I specialize in the Enneagram as a powerful tool of self-knowledge as well as the Ignatian Exercises, contemplative prayer practices and spiritual exercises. I offer the gift of spiritual direction to adults, teens and children.

My home is a hub of activity and creativity, a welcome respite for our family, which includes 6 children, 4 married, 6 grandchildren, and many extended family and friends. As a 1 on the Enneagram, I’ve learned the importance of engaging my creative side and do so by reading, cooking from scratch, learning new things, quiet contemplation, taking long walks and sitting along the shores of Lake Michigan. I look forward to getting to know you!

Contact

Phone: 847-772-9219

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Adults

teens

children

Expertise in...

Ignatian Exercises

Enneagram

Lectio Divina

women's spirituality

children

Visio Divina

Candice Cohlmia Unger

Flower Mound, TX, United States

My passion is to accompany others on their journey with God, through the unique practice of Spiritual Direction. Spiritual Direction is...

About Me

My passion is to accompany others on their journey with God, through the unique practice of Spiritual Direction. Spiritual Direction is a ministry of sacred listening and conversation in the loving presence of the Spirit of God; and can be a vital and rich part of one's spiritual formation and growth.

I received my training in Spiritual Direction from Selah - Leadership Transformations, Inc. - Certification Program for Spiritual Direction. I am married to my precious husband, Mike, and mom to our adorable fur babies Huxley and Hattie.

Please feel free to contact me to set up some sacred time with you!

Contact

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 leaders

women

seminary students

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

silent retreats

sexuality

spiritual disciplines

women's spirituality

Philip Cole, CSD

Woodstock, Ontario, Canada, ON, Canada

Hi, as I have been journeying with a variety of directees over the past few years it has been a joy...

About Me

Hi, as I have been journeying with a variety of directees over the past few years it has been a joy to watch God do amazing transformational work in their lives. If you are interested in experiencing the power of God transform you into the person He has created you to be and are willing to take the time to be intentional about developing some new spiritual practices in your life, then I would encourage you to invite a spiritual director to walk with you on your journey with God. I would love to connect with you on zoom, skype or Facetime.

I am a Certified Spiritual Director with CCPC Global and I am also on the board with Tyndale Association of Spiritual Directors. In the fall of 2017 I developed a Spiritual Formation Academy for believers in our church who had a desire to take their relationship with God to a new level. I would love to be able to introduce this academy to your church or a group of your Christian friends who are willing to commit to a 9 month Spiritual Transformation plan.

I am also a trained counselor with a specialty in helping couples address challenges in their marriage.

I have a wife, Carol, and 2 grown-up daughters who are now married. I have also written 2 books, which can be found on Amazon. My latest book is titled "Love Redeemed" and it takes a Spiritual formation look at the Song of Songs as well as providing some practical insights for couples. In my spare time, I enjoy woodworking.

Contact

Phone: (519) 788-2536

Website: https://www.solidrootsministries.com/index.html

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

seminary students

church members

Expertise in...

discipleship

teachings of Christ

New Testament epistles

counselling

life coach

women & men's spirituality

marriage counselling

pastor

Celyce Comiskey

Moreno Valley, CA, United States

It brings deep joy for me to come alongside others as they seek to grow in their relationship with God. I...

About Me

It brings deep joy for me to come alongside others as they seek to grow in their relationship with God. I continually marvel at how the Holy Spirit works uniquely with each person as they seek to discover His presence and care, in the midst of their life story. I received my training in spiritual direction through the MA in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care program at the Institute for Spiritual Formation, Talbot Seminary.

We all need companions on the spiritual journey, and I consider it a privilege to walk with others in this form of soul care. After years of missions and pastoral ministry with my husband, I have a special place in my heart for those in full time ministry, missionaries, and also for those in the healthcare professions (I hold an RN license though I am not now practicing). I am currently serving as a staff spiritual director at Talbot Seminary and am also available for direction online or at my home in Moreno Valley, CA.

My husband and I spent 11 years serving as church planters in Ecuador, with the Christian & Missionary Alliance. We worked with college students, women, and small group ministry leaders. My heart was forever changed by the beautiful people we served. We returned to Southern California in 2001 and planted a church in Moreno Valley, CA, where we continued to minister until 2018, while we also traveled extensively training and mentoring pastors and leaders in developing small group ministries in the church. We are currently serving in a Spanish speaking congregation, in Lynwood, CA, helping launch their small group ministry. It has been a great blessing to be back in Spanish ministries.

My husband and I have been married for 32 years and are appreciating the season of the empty nest. We have 3 lovely, adult daughters, 2 grandsons and a 3rd on the way! I love playing with my grandsons, family gatherings, enjoying coffee with a friend, spending time with God in the beauty of nature, and reading a good book.

Contact

Phone: 951-807-6908

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Spanish

Specialties

Works with...

Ministry workers

pastor's family

missionaries

students

healthcare workers

Julie Commander

Auburn, AL, United States

For me, spiritual direction is similar to going home once a month - I get to sit on the front porch...

About Me

For me, spiritual direction is similar to going home once a month - I get to sit on the front porch with my Dear Ones and have an unhurried conversation about how we are doing together. In sessions with directees, I seek to be a gentle companion, holding the door open for recognizing and responding to God's movement in their lives.

My background includes a Masters in Agency Counseling and work as a bereavement counselor; I recently completed the Selah Certificate in Spiritual Direction. I am also a graduate of the Renovare Institute for Spiritual Formation. I enjoy reading, gardening, experiencing spiritual community, and spending time with our family of young adults and their spouses.

Contact

Phone: 334.704.8188

Website: www.holdingspaceministries.org

Email:

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

lay persons

pastors

ministry leaders

chronically or terminally ill

Patricia Conneen

Bend, OR, United States

I received my training as a spiritual director at The Institute of Spiritual Formation at Talbot School of Theology. I also...

About Me

I received my training as a spiritual director at The Institute of Spiritual Formation at Talbot School of Theology. I also have a certificate in Bereavement and Grief Counseling. I am especially interested in the the ways God communicates with us through music, art, photography, literature, iconography, and nature.

I believe that God is always speaking; that it is his deep desire that we continually grow in our awareness of his profound love and his intense interest in every detail of our lives.

It would be an honor to listen to you and to listen with you.

Contact

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Sarah Cook

Overland Park, KS, United States

Hi! I’m Sarah, and it is an absolute joy for me to come alongside others as they journey with Jesus -...

About Me

Hi! I’m Sarah, and it is an absolute joy for me to come alongside others as they journey with Jesus - whether they are on the mountaintop, in the valley, or somewhere in between.

As a spiritual director, I have the privilege of holding open space for others so they can slow down from the busy pace of life and have protected time to be present to the Lord. My desire is to create a safe atmosphere where others can explore the landscape of their inner life, and find God’s presence in unexpected places in their own day to day circumstances.

I received my two-year certificate in spiritual direction from Sustainable Faith School of Spiritual Direction, and completed training with Larry Warner to accompany others through the Ignatian exercises.

I have been married since 2011. I enjoy spin and studio fitness classes, being in nature, music, baking, creating and appreciating art, and soaking in the beauty all around me.

Contact

Phone: (816) 217-7834

Email:

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

women

students

pastors

church and ministry leaders

Expertise in...

Ignatian

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