Introduction to Spiritual Direction

This introductory course will enable the student to explore the process of Spiritual Direction. It will involve one, in the skills needed to help others with their religious experience, including prayer. Basic listening and counseling skills will be practiced. Selected related topics including the theological contexts of spirituality, integration, ministry, and professional ethics as related to Spiritual Companioning and Spiritual Direction, the difference between Spiritual Companioning, Spiritual Direction, and Pastoral Counseling, and the complex issue of when and how to refer to counseling will be discussed.