How do we become more of an authentic welcoming presence?
Hospitality is at the heart of Spiritual Direction. We are offered unceasing hospitality by the Great Accompanier, and we attempt to extend this to all we encounter, individuals and groups. Jesus is our exemplar and the gospels tell us that because of the hospitality he gave, people and communities were transformed, the impact of which rippled across two centuries to now.
This session is an introduction to Accompanying Difference.
First, we will explore Difference from three viewpoints: creation, gospel, and society. Afterwards we will attend to how we relate personally to Difference and where it shows up in our lived experience.
Second, we will focus on Accompanying and consider, with ourselves and directees in mind, the hospitality we offer in terms of strengths, desires, hindrances, and invitations.
Third, we will discuss the spiritual practices, ancient and modern, that cultivate unceasing hospitality in us to become a more consistent authentic welcoming presence in the charism and ministry of Spiritual Direction.
Date: Friday 18 June 2027
When: 10:00 - 15:00 GMT
Where: Online
Cost: £60 for non-members, £48 for members
Grace Owen
Born in London to Ghanaian parents, Grace trained as a Spiritual Director at LCSD (2016- 2019). Professionally she had a three-decade long career in global leadership development, which included ten years as a non-executive director. Grace is a published life writer, and she has led retreats and quiet days at the Royal Foundation of St Katharine’s. Enthusiastic about learning, formation, training, education, and discipleship, she commenced a part-time MA in Christian Spirituality at Sarum College, Salisbury (2025-2029). Living in London with her husband and adult son, Grace works at the intersection of spirituality, leadership, and justice for the greater flourishing of people and planet. She enjoys art, culture, heritage, and music whenever she can! You can get in touch with Grace by emailing info@grace.owen.com
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