|
|
|
|
Dear Gay Street United Methodist Church Family: We are pleased to announce a new ministry outreach offered through the sponsorship of our church. This is a ministry of spiritual companionship called spiritual direction. Hope Springs Ministries introduces spiritual direction in addition to our previous offerings of retreats, healing and wholeness, and labyrinth walks. What is Spiritual Direction? ~ it is a gentle listening ministry for those seeking a deeper relationship with God ~ it is a confidential relationship between the individual, the companion and God, who is the real spiritual director in this relationship ~ it is a place for prayer, hope and discernment of God’s presence in life ~ it is NOT psychological counseling or conflict resolution Who may receive it? Our mission is to ‘minister to ministers’. That includes: ~Gay Street UMC members and friends ~East Ohio pastors, spouses and families Who Provides It? Hope Springs: Ministries for the Journey is a non-profit ministry. ~We are well-qualified with training and skill in spiritual direction. ~We receive spiritual direction ourselves, as well as peer supervision. ~Directors are Debbie J. Baker and Rev. Carol P. Topping. What happens in spiritual direction? ~An initial interview is arranged, and if both agree, further meetings are set up. ~Meetings usually occur once per month. ~Focus is on discernment and prayer, to discover how and where God is working in one’s life. You bring your joys and concerns, questions and life issues. ~Spiritual direction is a historically proactive and holistic approach. ~Your session is completely private and confidential ~A suggested donation will support the outreach to East Ohio pastors and families. How Do I Find Out More? ~Contact us for additional conversation ~Set up an individual interview ~Check out our developing web page: www.hsprings.org
Blessed be!
Rev. Carol P. Topping Debbie J. Baker 740 507-7788 740 398-1681 |
