Seminar for Seminary
Spiritual Directors

June 6 to June 27, 2008
The Institute for Priestly Formation at Creighton University

 

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The Institute for Priestly Formation (IPF) is pleased to present a professional seminar for seminary spiritual directors conducted by Fr. Joseph Kelly and assisted by Fr. Vincent Fortunato, O.F.M.Cap. This seminar will enhance participants’ experience and understanding of the spiritual director’s art.

 

This program is designed to accommodate the needs of both those who direct seminarians full-time in a seminary setting as well as those who serve as adjunct and part-time seminary spiritual directors. The seminar is limited to 15 participants.

 

The seminar will be conducted on the campus of Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska, and will afford participants the opportunity to take full advantage of Creighton’s well-equipped, air-conditioned facilities. Participants share facilities with IPF’s ten-week seminarians program and are welcome to participate in the IPF community and liturgical life.

 

The seminar opens the evening of Friday June 8th with a social and dinner followed by a weekend of directed prayer.

 

In the two-hour morning practicum, peer supervision is experienced as the participants become engaged in the art of giving and receiving contemplative spiritual direction. The opportunity to direct the prayer of two individuals outside of class is provided. Case studies tailored to the particular needs of seminary formation are discussed. In addition, the following topics are examined:

• Prayer and Discernment
• Psychological and Spiritual Affective Development
• Fostering a Contemplative Attitude
• Issues in Seminary Spiritual Direction

If desired, two graduate credits through Creighton University can be earned.

 

In the course, “The Spirituality of Diocesan Priesthood,” Fr. George Aschenbrenner, S.J., illuminates the unique identity and charisms of diocesan priesthood. An apostolic spirituality is presented that can inspire, motivate and sustain the busy daily lives of contemporary diocesan priests. If desired, two graduate credits through Creighton University can be earned.

 

Discussion Leaders:

• Fr. George Aschenbrenner, S.J.
• Sr. Maureen Conroy, R.S.M.
• Fr. Richard Hauser, S.J.
  
  

Course Content | Program Faculty | Seminar Cost | Application & Information