“I’ve heard it said to encourage those looking for a spouse, yet I think it works equally as well for those seeking a close friend: Run toward Christ, then see who’s running next to you.” – Emma Adams
“Different spiritual directors will have different gifts and insights, just as different coaches have different styles of coaching – not necessarily better or worse, just different. For consistent growth, we need to follow consistent guidance.” -Father John Bartunek.
“Even some saints had to endure long periods of time without a quality confessor or spiritual director. It was painful for them too, but God can handle that.” – Fr. John Bartunek
Dan Burke recommends that spiritual direction come outside of the context of a friendship.
St. Teresa of Avila admitted to spending too much time conversing in her convent’s parlor. Claire Dwyer poses the question today, “Where’s our parlor?”
Is it acceptable to have more than one spiritual director? Find out when Father John Bartunek weighs the options.
What is the role of faith-based friendships and the benefits of spiritual direction? Find out when Father John Bartunek concludes his two part series on spiritual allies, an excerpt from his book “Seeking First the Kingdom”.
Dear Fr. John, I have read Dan’s book, Navigating the Interior Life, and have diligently followed all of his suggestions for how to find a
Dear Dan, I just read your post on spiritual friendship. I will be going for spiritual direction soon. I have some concerns. From what I’ve
Spiritual Direction is NOT Friendship Spiritual friendships are invaluable to the life of a Christian and share many characteristics with spiritual direction. They differ, however,
