
Tending the Call
Contemplative Book Study for Practicing Spiritual Directors
Two Tuesdays per month via Zoom
Starting on Sept. 8 – Nov. 17, 2026
6:30 – 8pm EST
Cost: $125
Are you a spiritual director seeking deeper wisdom in accompanying others on their journey with God? This fall, join our community of Spiritual Directors online via Zoom as we explore
Spiritual Direction: Beyond the Beginnings by Janet Ruffing.
As our relationships with directees grow and change over time, so too, do the issues that arise in spiritual direction. In this book study, we’ll explore themes encountered in developing spiritual direction relationships, such as experiencing resistance (our own or the directee’s), helping directees to notice and express their desires in prayer, accompanying a directee whose theology might be different than ours, issues of transference and countertransference and more.
Whether you’re a seasoned spiritual director or just beginning, this study offers wisdom, space for shared reflection, prayerful conversation, and a sense of community among fellow spiritual directors. Come listen, reflect, and grow in your call to spiritual accompaniment. We’d love to have you join us!
Tending the Call meets Tuesdays via Zoom at 6:30 – 8pm EST.
- Sept. 8, 2026
- Sept. 22
- Oct. 6
- Oct. 20
- Nov. 3
- Nov. 17
Required Reading:
Spiritual Direction: Beyond the Beginnings
by Janet Ruffing
Facilitators
Amanda Dobson
Amanda Dobson, Spiritual Director, is an associate coordinator for the Spirituality Programs at Dominican Center Marywood at Aquinas College. She serves as a member of the Formation Team and is deeply involved in the center’s Spiritual Formation Programs. Amanda holds a B.A. in English, a certificate for Spiritual Direction from DCM, and is a 2019 graduate of The Living School, Albuquerque, NM.
Andrea LeRoy
Andrea Le Roy received her spiritual direction training through Dominican Center Marywood at Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. While she worships in the Reformed tradition, she is comfortable meeting and discerning God’s spirit with all seekers. Andrea has a master’s degree in counseling and has worked for many years in social work.
Register
Scholarships are available. If you would like to apply for one, please download this form, complete it and email it to programs@dominicancenter.com. Register after you have heard back from us!
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