Why is it that the smallest inconvenience can set some people off while others maintain calm in the face of great adversity? What is the
Dear Father John, I was wondering if you could give me a bit of perspective. I recently asked a director to help me in my discernment
Spiritual Direction on the Rise Picture this: A person, young or old, is practicing the faith yet naturally wants to grow in his or
Dear Father John, I remember reading long ago St. Vincent Ferrer’s “Treatise on the Spiritual Life”, which near the end says that those who cannot
I was confirmed four years ago. I had a very powerful conversion and the first thing I tried to do was find a priest for
Dear Dan, how does one become a spiritual director? Are there any courses or programs or certifications required? I really believe I am supposed to help
What’s the Difference between Spiritual Guides, Spiritual Directors, and Spiritual Mentors? Good question! Depending upon the source of training of the spiritual director, there
Dear Dan, should I get spiritual direction from the priest who regularly takes my confession? I don’t know if he would be interested but I
Dear Father John, what is the best way to find a Spiritual Director? Should it be your pastor? A friend? Or someone whom you do
