S7261
The Art of Spiritual Direction
The unit The Art of Spiritual Direction builds on previous studies in spirituality and provides the student with further knowledge, skills and practice to engage in spiritual direction.
Study Level |
Undergraduate |
|---|---|
Discipline |
Christian Life and Ministry |
Sub Discipline |
Christian Spirituality |
Credit Points |
9 |
Prerequisites |
18 credit points in Christian Spirituality |
Exclusions |
Nil |
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
- examine the foundations of spiritual direction and demonstrate its contemporary relevance,
- implement spiritual formation principles to direct others in their spiritual journey,
- demonstrate an engaging and skilful listening posture that empowers spiritual conversations,
- identify healthy and unhealthy responses when listening to the action of God in another’s spiritual life,
- self-assess their suitability to engage in an ongoing ministry of spiritual direction.