Attention is paid to spiritual journey, also to issued encountered in the ministry of companioning persons as they reflect on their own experience in the light of who they are called to become and what they are called to do in their lifelong obedience the Gospel. Required of all persons enrolled in Spiritual Direction Seminars III and IV, the practicum provides peer group and individual supervised experience for the ministry of spiritual guidance and companioning. This course helps students personalize their own life of discipleship and develop discipling skills. Spiritual growth is nurtured through disciplines such as a spiritual growth plan and spiritual friendship. Readiness for ministry is tested through ministry competencies, integrative response papers and group interaction.
Assistance is given to the process of exploring opportunities for ministry.