Retreat: Spiritual Accompaniment

This retreat will enable participants to strengthen their understanding of Spiritual Accompaniment/Companionship. They will practice the skills of listening and accompanying/companioning another within the context of prayer, explore the importance of the “contemplative posture”, practice helping the other to “notice” God’s presence, inviting God into one’s experience, and sharing that experience with a Spiritual Companion/Director. Finally, participants will discuss the importance of professional boundaries and the delicate question of when and how to refer to counseling or Spiritual Direction. May be repeated for credit.