Grace Owen reflects on the concept of "spiritual direction sideways," a term introduced by Julie Dunstan, which has deeply influenced Grace's own journey. Spiritual direction sideways invites us to look beyond traditional settings and methods, integrating creative practices and unexpected encounters in everyday spaces to help others discern God’s presence in their lives.

John-Francis Friendship shares from his new book “Heart of My Own Heart” on the power of the Sacred Heart and what it invites into.

We are delighted to announce Dr. Jason Clark as the new Director of LCSD. In a personal blog post, he introduces himself and shares the story of how his spiritual direction journey has led him to this role.

Kate Pozzo shares about her experience of patterns of anxious thought that can come with neurodiversity and how to dwell in love amidst that noise.

As anxiety about the climate crisis grows and people increasingly desire to act and bring about change, Nick Tatchell examines how Spiritual Directors can offer support and discernment.

Shelly King invites us to think about and be curious about the words we use in Spiritual Direction. Do we use some words without thinking about what they communicate, or assume what our directees might mean by theirs?

Katharine Norbury reflects on the last two years of Encounter journey and the invitation to “Encounter the Tradition.”

Ever experienced seasons of spiritual dryness? It's a common part of the faith journey. Peter-Bas Spronk explores this concept, offering insights and encouraging a deeper understanding.

Grace Owens shares her experience with Encounter and the simple yet powerful act of listening.

Rev. Sheena Gabriel reflects on her experience as a Unitarian Minister on the Encounter Course.

Join Dawn Pointing on a journey of rediscovering the kindness of God during dark times. Through a simple chair and a repetitive song, she found solace and strength in the quiet presence of divine love.

Mary Monfries invited us to stand at the gate of the year to reflect on where God has led us and what we might be being invited into.

Mirjam Ngoy-Verhage reflects on a profound encounter with a Black Madonna statue in the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Liesse in rural France. She observes how this image challenges perceptions of God and the way people interact with divinity. The presence of a Black Madonna, representing Mary or God as a black woman, is significant, especially for her daughter, who can relate to the image as a young, black woman of dual heritage.

Nick Tatchell reflects on the climate crisis and his response to Annette Kaye's Developing Direction workshop.

Karen Wellman's reflection on her new garden in the Cotswolds and her work in spiritual direction beautifully draws parallels between gardening and spiritual direction.

Ven Catherine Pickford, Archdeacon of Northolt, talks about the importance of spiritual direction in her life journey. She shares how her spiritual directors have helped her through key moments.

Fr Jack Noble reflects on his his time as a Encounter student as he trains as a spiritual director along side being a parish priest.

Following a family interfaith wedding, Nicola Smedley reflects on the gift of difference – both in our lives, and in the Spiritual Direction relationship.

Neil Evans reflects on his journey with God as he retires and steps down as a trustee of LCSD.