Spiritual Formation: Phase I
Foundations of Spirituality
Phase I is a serious reflective study of the saints and great spiritual teachers of the Christian tradition, the practice of contemplative prayer and the writing of and living of a personal Rule of Life. Phase I may be taken on its own and not as part of the entire three-phase program.
Presenters are local, regional and national professional ministers chosen not only for their academic background but because they live the spirituality they teach.
Phase I is required to continue Phase II and/or Phase III. (Some exceptions are made for both the Spiritual Direction Practicum and Spiritual Companioning Program where there is an adequate foundational background - M.A. in Spirituality or Theology.)
For those going on to Phase II or Phase III:
The components of Phase I are woven throughout the other Phases and integrated into the entire program.
Requirements for Phase I:
- attendance at all sessions
- participation in individual or group spiritual direction
- a directed retreat during the year
- preparation of readings/reflections for each session
- final written paper exploring your relationship with God through our ancestors in Faith