The Spiritual Director Brokering Scheme
THE SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR IN THE DIOCESE OF ST ALBANS
Definition
A spiritual director is an individual, ordained or lay, who has discerned for themselves, or has been encouraged by godly friends to agree, that they have a ministry of holy listening and empathy. The joy and purpose of a spiritual director is to enable another person to discern God at work in their lives, and to hear His call and direction. The spiritual director does not lead or decide for another, but accompanies that person prayerfully.
Characteristics
Spiritual directors are people of prayer and integrity, who are self-aware and are particularly conscious of their own frailty and need of God. They will be aware of the riches of spiritual wisdom to be found in scripture and in our Christian heritage. Their love for God and their experience of the love of God will enhance their care for others and enrich their listening and their empathy.
Adherence to the Scheme
The Diocese of St Albans has a brokering scheme with key constituents to which all who wish to be spiritual directors in the scheme adhere. The key constituents are:
· minister within the diocesan code of practice
· have attended a recognised training course
· regular attendance at diocesan resourcing days
· attends regular supervision sessions
· has a commitment to the diocesan code of confidentiality.
To be linked up to a spiritual director who is in our scheme, please contact Mrs Sally Sanderson, a Reader in the Diocese and therefore in the diocesan Directory, or send her an email
