The Institute for Ministerial Wholeness launched its inaugural Certificate in Spiritual Direction in partnership with Assemblies of God Theological Seminary this fall. The first cohort gathered with deep hunger to grow in attentive listening to the Holy Spirit and others. The opening class exceeded expectations—rich in prayer, community, and learning rooted in Scripture and spiritual tradition.

Henri Nouwen’s Spiritual Direction is a quiet, compelling guide for those seeking to walk more intentionally with God. In this concise...

Choosing a Spiritual Director is a sacred and personal decision. Since this relationship involves deep vulnerability and spiritual...

In the Christian journey, formation into the image of Christ is not a solo endeavor. While personal disciplines like prayer, Scripture...

Spiritual direction is the gift of having a trusted companion on your spiritual formation journey—someone who listens, guides, and helps...

For many in the Evangelical and Pentecostal community, Spiritual Direction may be seen with a measure of skepticism or misunderstanding....

When a minister encounters a congregant exhibiting signs of distress, the challenge of discerning whether these are symptoms of a mental...

Having a Spiritual Director can immensely benefit a pastor or missionary's mental health. These roles are often demanding, involving...

Spiritual direction centers on nurturing one's relationship with God and fostering spiritual growth. The primary aim is to help...

Developing a biblical rule of life for body, mind, soul, and spirit is vital for pastoral staff, missionaries, and business teams for...

Spiritual direction, or spiritual companionship or guidance, involves one person (the director or guide) accompanying another person (the...

The Lenten season is in full swing. Many Christians turn to "The Imitation of Christ" by Thomas à Kempis to guide their spiritual...

Meeting with a Christian spiritual director offers personal and spiritual growth benefits. Firstly, a spiritual director provides a...