cmaD2006 Posted January 29, 2013 Share Posted January 29, 2013 We don't have those here! ? In Michigan? (I read your profile) I did a retreat in Detroit about two years ago -- I believe that the priest is still in the area, and one of the things he does is spiritual direction. So -- it's a question of patience and looking and praying for the right one to come along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debra Little Posted January 30, 2013 Share Posted January 30, 2013 ? In Michigan? (I read your profile) I did a retreat in Detroit about two years ago -- I believe that the priest is still in the area, and one of the things he does is spiritual direction. So -- it's a question of patience and looking and praying for the right one to come along. I am near Grand Rapids, but not in Grand Rapids. What is the priests name? Do you remember? It seems to me that you are on the right track! Pray that The Lord will send you the right person to guide you, and don't get discouraged if the first priest or two you talk to doesn't work out. I met with a lot of priests before my SD fell from the sky. ;) right off i have to tell you that there are priests i wouldn't trust with something like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debra Little Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 I am near Grand Rapids, but not in Grand Rapids. What is the priests name? Do you remember? right off i have to tell you that there are priests i wouldn't trust with something like this. i will have to do what you say. i gave up the idea of spiritual direction. but i like the idea and it would be a good idea to pray for one and wait on God to show me the right one. He will not fail me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carmenchristi Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 (edited) right off i have to tell you that there are priests i wouldn't trust with something like this. I'm not sure I understand what you mean... Edited February 2, 2013 by carmenchristi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmaD2006 Posted February 2, 2013 Share Posted February 2, 2013 (edited) I am near Grand Rapids, but not in Grand Rapids. What is the priests name? Do you remember? I can PM you ... I did find out that he is definitely doing Ignatian retreats in MI (near detroit). Let me know if you're interested. I do recommend at least seeking out a "spiritual companion." Not everyone is ready/called to have a spiritual director, but to have a "companion/accompaniment" is a good thing. I started out with a priest who was really a "spiritual companion" but have definitely graduated to spiritual direction. Finally an important note -- a spiritual director does NOT have to be a priest. In fact I can say that most priests do not have the proper training, however there are priests that have a natural gift for spiritual direction. I have traditionally had priests as my director simply because of my vocation walk. So -- Debra if you feel more comfortable with a woman director/companion then it is a question of searching one out (which may not be very easy to do). Edited February 2, 2013 by cmariadiaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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