Michael Smith, Sue Jackson and Antony Williams

This five-day (36-hour) intensive unit introduces spiritual directors to peer and group supervision. Peer and group supervision are two adjuncts to individual supervision. Each can optimize learning processes during (i) the formation of a spiritual director, and (ii) in his or her ministry. The purpose of group supervision is to develop the directing skills of the spiritual directors within the group. The focus is not so much on the case being presented, but rather on what is going on in the room at the time of supervision. Peer groups offer opportunities for ongoing formation among spiritual directors. This unit aims to help students grow in the skills of facilitating peer and group supervision.