Directees at a distance
Face-to-face meetings with a local director are the preferred way to receive spiritual guidance, but sometimes this is not an option. I am open to meeting with directees who live in areas other than northern Indiana and who don't have an available local director. Ideally, an initial interview will be face-to-face if this is at all possible, providing the opportunity to explore our fit together and to discuss the best approach to long distance direction for you.
By Skype
Modern technology allows us to meet face-to-face at a distance. I meet with some directees via Skype, an online free software application. To do so, you will need a webcam or laptop with a built-in camera, speakers, a high speed internet connection, and the downloadable Skype program.
By Letter
There is a long tradition of spiritual guidance given through the exchange of letters. This is a different experience than face-to-face conversation, bringing its own strengths and weaknesses. A monthly exchange of letters can allow thoughtful presentation of issues and responses. Interchanges of questions and clarifications can be more challenging and time-consuming, but the slower pace also allows both director and directee to spend more time in prayerful reflection on concerns raised.
By Email
Monthly letters sent by email, with a few days for asking any questions of clarification, and a longer response sent within a week, is one possible variation on the tradition of exchanging letters.
By Phone
Though not as ideal as meeting together physically, nor with the visual aspect of online conferences, in some situations meeting with a director by phone is the only option.
By Skype
Modern technology allows us to meet face-to-face at a distance. I meet with some directees via Skype, an online free software application. To do so, you will need a webcam or laptop with a built-in camera, speakers, a high speed internet connection, and the downloadable Skype program.
By Letter
There is a long tradition of spiritual guidance given through the exchange of letters. This is a different experience than face-to-face conversation, bringing its own strengths and weaknesses. A monthly exchange of letters can allow thoughtful presentation of issues and responses. Interchanges of questions and clarifications can be more challenging and time-consuming, but the slower pace also allows both director and directee to spend more time in prayerful reflection on concerns raised.
By Email
Monthly letters sent by email, with a few days for asking any questions of clarification, and a longer response sent within a week, is one possible variation on the tradition of exchanging letters.
By Phone
Though not as ideal as meeting together physically, nor with the visual aspect of online conferences, in some situations meeting with a director by phone is the only option.