“It is by being awake to God in us that we can increasingly see God in the world around us.”
Henri Nouwen
Your Source for Personal Growth
Welcome!
As David Benner said so well in his book, The Gift of Being Yourself...
“Christian spirituality involves a transformation of the self that occurs only when God and self are both deeply known. Both, therefore, have an important place in Christian spirituality. There is no deep knowing of God without a deep knowing of self, and no deep knowing of self without a deep knowing of God. John Calvin wrote, “Nearly the whole of sacred doctrine consists in these two parts: knowledge of God and of ourselves"
This is a beautiful description of the deep work done in
Spiritual Direction-
discovering self
while
discovering God.
Or, put another way...
"Looking at God,
looking at me,
and
loving one
another."
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*What is Spiritual Direction?
Spiritual Direction is a guided conversation that helps you notice God’s presence, discern your next steps, and grow in awareness of your spiritual life.
Together we create space to:
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listen
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reflect
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discern
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pray
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notice invitations from God
This is not counseling or fixing.
It is companionship and attentiveness to the movement of God within everyday life.
*Who do I work with?
Anyone who is...
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spiritually hungry but feeling stuck
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navigating transition or loss
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longing for deeper connection with God
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emotionally exhausted from caregiving or responsibility
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trying to rediscover themselves after years of serving others
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seeking gentle, non-judgmental spiritual companionship
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drawn to contemplative or reflective faith-based practices
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wanting space to discern next steps in life
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women in midlife
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mothers
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adoptive/foster parents
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caregivers
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people rebuilding identity after burnout
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Christians experiencing spiritual dryness or disconnection
What can I expect in a session?
Sessions are usually 50-60 minutes. Most people set aside time to meet every 2 weeks or monthly, but the frequency is totally up to you. We meet via Zoom or at my home office in Port Orchard, Wa.
Meetings start with catch up time, followed by silent reflection and prayer. We then move into discovery, where you share what is stirring in your heart and we listen and discern what God might be opening to your awareness.
My
Story
Get to Know me...
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Cathy Carlson
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Spiritual Director
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Mdiv
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Professionally Trained Life Coach
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Wife, Mother of 11, Grandmother of 15
But the truest, most vital thing about me is that I am a beloved child of God and am being transformed by the work of the Holy Spirit into the likeness of Jesus Christ, my Savior and Teacher.
I believe he has called me to ignite, inspire, and nourish hope in others.
Beloved one...you are here for a reason...lets explore that together.
Book a free discovery call-
Additional certifications I have received...
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Enneagram Coach
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Strengths Champion coach (Gallup Strengths)
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Symbis pre-marital facilitator
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Real Life Process Coach
“Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does”