SPIRITUAL DIRECTION AGREEMENT

Our Relationship
We are meeting because you want to examine and develop your spiritual life. Spiritual direction is the practice of companioning another person as they seek to notice God’s presence and activity, along with their own responses. The goal is to deepen relationship with Jesus, growing in intimacy, freedom and commitment. As a spiritual director, I recognize that God desires to be the true Director and Guide for each soul. My job is to provide a safe space for you to explore your questions, concerns, doubts, and fears. Through prayer and reflective listening, I will serve as the human spiritual companion/director to help you discern the work of the Spirit in your life.

CSDA’s Code of Ethics explains my role in a general way. Although I believe it is appropriate at times to discuss psychological and relational difficulties in the context of spiritual direction, I am not a psychotherapist, nor do I provide such services. Similarly, you recognize that spiritual direction is not financial advice and any decisions and actions you may take in that regard are done without my advice or recommendation, and are purely your responsibility.

Confidentiality
I will hold our conversations in strict confidence, regarding our time together as sacred, whether they are by telephone, online media, or email. I will not reveal the content of our conversations unless I are required to do so by law or court order. On the other hand, you are free to share whatever you choose about our conversations with anyone.

Technology
There are unique limitations to engaging in Spiritual Direction online as opposed to in person. You must recognize and accept these limitations. You also agree that as your spiritual director, I cannot be held responsible for breaches in provision of services that are due to phone or computer malfunction, loss of electricity or internet connectivity

Fee/Honorarium
The normal fee per one-hour session is $65 (USD). This amount is guaranteed for at least 12 months.  In the case that the normal rate would prohibit you from taking spiritual direction, I will work out a rate you can afford. We will agree upon the amount before our first session. You can pay electronically or by check.

Time of Sessions and Changes
We commit to begin and end our sessions on time. If you wish to change your appointment, you will let me know at least 24 hours in advance by emailing and calling or texting as well. Without this advance notice, you will pay for the appointment time. I will not call or send you reminders for the sessions. Although we agree to a monthly, 60 minute session, you may desire to meet more frequently or for a longer session periodically, and that is fine, as long as we schedule in advance. If you would like to share a success or a problem with us in between sessions, you may contact me via email, text, or leave a voice mail message.

Thank you.