GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR

Group Spiritual Direction

A CIRCLE FOR HONEST QUESTIONS, SHARED WISDOM, AND SPIRIT-LED GROWTH

WHEN GOING IT ALONE ISN’T WORKING

You’ve read the books, prayed in quiet moments, and tried to sort it out on your own. Still, something’s missing. The questions are heavy, your faith feels different than it used to, and you’re not sure who can hold the conversation without fixing you, debating you, or rushing you to an answer. The result? Isolation, second-guessing, and a nagging sense that you’re standing on one hill trying to see the whole landscape.

That ache is real and it’s also an invitation into community.

WHAT GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTION IS (AND ISN’T)

Group Spiritual Direction isn’t a class, a Bible study, or group therapy. It’s a small circle (typically 3–6 people) that gathers for prayerful attention and deep listening. No experts, no lectures just fellow travelers noticing how God is moving in our ordinary lives and helping one another pay attention.

We practice:

• Listening without fixing – holding space, not solutions.

• Questions over answers – curiosity that opens, not closes.

• Reverent silence – room for God to speak between the words.

• Witness and reflection – offering what we notice, gently and briefly.

WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE THE GROUP EXPERIENCE

• You want depth without performance. No need to have it all figured out.

• You’re in transition. Career shifts, losses, or new beginnings are easier to carry together.

• You feel spiritually lonely. You’re longing for companions who “get it.”

• You’re discerning. You want to listen for God in community, not just privately.

• You want to grow in holy listening. Practicing presence changes how you live, lead, and love.

WHAT A GATHERING LOOKS LIKE

We meet at a steady, sustainable rhythm about six times a year for 90 minutes. Each session begins with quiet, a brief prayer, and simple guidance for the time. One person shares a story, question, decision, or moment from life. The group listens with care. Members may offer a short reflection or a question, or we may hold silence. Then we shift to the next person. Everyone is free to share, and no one is pressured.

You can expect:

• A confidential environment with clear agreements.

• A gentle structure that keeps the focus on presence, not problem-solving.

• No homework and no spiritual “shoulds.” Just show up honestly.

• Leadership that protects the pace, safety, and prayerful tone of the space.

WHAT BEGINS TO CHANGE

Over time, most participants notice:

• Clarity with compassion – decisions feel less frantic, more aligned.

• Peace in motion – not everything is certain, but you’re steadier within it.

• Attuned awareness – you recognize God’s movements in daily life.

• Courage to be seen – shame loses power when truth is welcomed kindly.

• Shared wisdom – another’s story becomes a mirror for your own.

WHO IS THIS FOR?

• Seekers and seasoned believers, pastors and professionals or anyone ready to listen deeply.

• People navigating grief, change, vocation, or faith shifts.

• Those who value contemplative practice and respectful conversation.

OUR SIMPLE COMMITMENTS

• Confidentiality

• Compassionate curiosity (no fixing, preaching, or debating)

• Brevity and balance so every voice is heard

• Prayerful presence before, during, and after we meet

• Safety to share your thoughts

YOUR NEXT STEP

If you’re craving spiritual depth and honest conversation in a supportive, prayerful community, this circle is for you. Bring your questions, your hopes, and your real life. We’ll listen together for the sacred thread already running through your story.

Interested? Fill out the brief inquiry form to request a spot or schedule a free 30-minute chemistry call. We’ll discern fit, answer questions, and discuss upcoming start dates.

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