Mapping Our Journeys: Contemplative Art and Group Spiritual Companionship

SDI Creative Director Matt Whitney will facilitate this gathering of spiritual companions in which we’ll bring a playful drawing exercise into our time of contemplative sharing. Together and with instruction we will create a very simple drawing of a map, which we can use to discern on aspects of our spiritual journey. No skill or art experience is required for this activity, although doodlers will particularly enjoy it. All that’s needed is a piece of paper, something to draw with, and an open heart. There will be space to share our maps in small groups and in a larger group setting.How to Register / Instructions:Please read through the instructions below before signing up.(Not yet an SDI Member? Click here to join.)Once you register for a session, you will be sent a password-free invitation with the Zoom link. If you don’t see it, please check any Junk Mail or Spam folders.Please only sign up if you have checked […]

SDI LGBTQ+ Gathering July 2024

This is a space for LGBTQIA+ spiritual directors and companions to gather and connect.Nature Companionship and ConversationIn this session, we will have a brief overview of Nature Companionship, go outside or near a window to nurture relationship and reciprocity with the more-than-human world, and discuss queer connection to each other and the natural world.HostDr. Jeanette Banashak is […]

SDI Seattle Event – “Desire the Change”: Radiance and Resilience in the poetry of Rainer Maria Rilke

An evening on Rilke’s Sonnets to Orpheus with Mark S. BurrowsWednesday, August 7th at 7pm. Interfaith Community Sanctuary - 1763 NW 62nd St, Seattle WA 98107This evening talk explores Rilke’s remarkable Sonnets to Orpheus, a celebrated poem cycle written just over a century ago (1922). It includes poems that look with unflinching courage at the difficulties and losses […]

Opening to God’s Living Presence- The Interspiritual Invitation of Centering Prayer

Welcome to this free session on “Opening to God’s Living Presence – The Interspiritual Invitation of Centering Prayer.” In this session, we’ll explore the importance of understanding God as both the origin and destination of our spiritual journeys. As spiritual companions, our mission is to walk alongside individuals on their unique paths, guiding them to […]

Spiritual Director Formation Program Leaders and Spiritual Companion Mentors Gathering

In this session, we will hear from three formation leaders to share about key elements of their programs, the audiences, platforms and methodologies they are using.Cindy Lee runs Liberated Together School of Spiritual Direction trains and empowers WoC/QWoC and non-binary PoC to facilitate spiritual care and companioning Rev Seifu will share about formation of Buddhist spiritual companions […]

Webinar Preview: Might you be called to offer group spiritual direction?

Whether you're new to offering individual spiritual direction or looking to expand or refashion your existing practice, our new webinar is an opportunity to explore the richness inherent in witnessing and being witnessed by a community of other seekers and acquire some of the tools necessary to offer group spiritual direction.Join us September 9th, 1 […]

SDI BIPOC Gathering – September

This session is for those who identify as Black, Indigenous or a Person of Color who would like to connect with other BIPOC spiritual directors and spiritual companions.NOTE: If your'e having issues with the RSVP, let us know at [email protected], or via the chat option in the lower-right of the screen.We invite you to join […]

September 2024 LGBTQIA+ Gathering

We are excited to have Elizabeth Morton lead this session on "Queering Career." This session is for those that identify as This session is for those that identify as LGBTQIA+, including nonbinary, gender fluid, genderqueer, bi-gender, and agender spiritual directors and spiritual companions who would like to connect with other LGBTQIA+ spiritual directors and spiritual […]

Spiritual Companioning, Queer Lives, and the Spiritual But Not Religious

This session will focus specifically on those who are Spiritual But Not Religious (SBNR) within the queer community.  The session will include trends and recent research about the SBNR experience, in general, and the significance of this within the queer community.  Through short presentations, personal reflections, and small and large group dialogues, we will apply […]

Spiritual Director Formation Program Leaders and Spiritual Companion Mentors Gathering

Join us on November 20th from 2-3:30 p.m. PST, for the Spiritual Director Formation Program Leaders and Spiritual Companion Mentors Gathering. In light of the ever increasing complexities in our world today, this will be an opportunity for us to collectively support and nourish one another; share how we are preparing spiritual directors to live […]

Exploring How to Grow Our Spiritual Companionship Practice

You're invited to join us for a free, one-hour workshop designed specifically for spiritual directors and companions who want to explore the unique challenges and opportunities in building a flourishing practice. In this interactive session, we’ll introduce a couple of actionable strategies you can start using immediately to attract and connect with new clients. We’ll […]

SDI BIPOC Gathering – November

Listening as Radical Act of HospitalityWe are delighted to welcome Jung Eun Sophia Park, SNJM, to lead our BIPOC gathering on Listening as a Radical Act of Hospitality. Listening is an act of hospitality in this global world, fully embracing the others regarding religion, culture, race, and gender. Any kind of border-crossing spiritual direction emerges […]

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