Episode 19: Listening Deeply: The Contemplative Nature of Spiritual Direction with Fr. Jeremiah Shryock
From Your Best Yes with Claire Dwyer · 38:46
Show by Claire Dwyer
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Fr. Jeremiah about spiritual direction and discerning God’s will. Fr. Jeremiah shares practical steps for finding a spiritual director and what we should be looking for in a spiritual director. He also offers four practical ways we can continue to grow in holiness, even when we don’t have a spiritual director: developing a deep spiritual life, paying attention to our lived experiences, engaging in spiritual reading, and cultivating a personal relationship with Our Lady.Reflection and Discussion Questions:* Fr. Jeremiah calls spiritual direction “a contemplative ministry.” Why does he say that? Do you agree?* Listening deeply, Father says, is one of the most loving things we can do or experience. It is very affirming. Do you agree? Who listens “deeply” to you? Do you take the time to listen to others?Resources Mentioned:* A Spacious Place: A Spiritual Journey with Saint Edith Stein by Claire Dwyer* Use the code Partner2026 for 20% off!* A Spacious Place Daily Prayer Journal* Fr. Jeremiah’s Website* Spiritual Direction Newsletter (scroll to the bottom of the page to sign up!)We’d love to hear from you!If this podcast has encouraged you, consider supporting Your Best Yes on Substack to help us continue creating conversations and resources to help others seek God’s will with greater clarity, confidence, and trust. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit yourbestyes.substack.com/subscribe
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