School of Spiritual Direction
The Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma’s School of Ministry is pleased to announce the formation of its newest offering - the School of Spiritual Direction under the leadership of Canon Susan Joplin of St. Paul's Cathedral in Downtown Oklahoma City (Canon Susan Bio HERE). The 2023-2025 School of Spiritual Direction course is now CLOSED for applications.
What is the School of Spiritual Direction?
The Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma’s School of Spiritual Direction is a diocesan school committed to raising up individuals discerning a call to become spiritual directors. The two-year program includes four terms. Students meet in monthly sessions, in person, from September thru May. After finishing the program, students will earn a proof of completion from the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma. Requirements to be considered for the program include meeting regularly with a Spiritual Director and previous experience in prayer disciplines. It is highly recommended that those interested in applying have completed an 8-month Ignatian Exercises group, and have experience with Daily Lectio/Centering prayer discipline based on Sacred Space or the Book of Common Prayer. For further information, please contact program Dean Susan Joplin at sjoplin@epiok.org.
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Overview of Curriculum for each term:
- Term One, September – December, 2023: This is an orientation term in which we focus on answering the question, “Who is God for me?”
- Term Two, January – May, 2024: In this term we focus on knowing yourself, answering the question “Who am I?” This will be done through the guidance of community professionals.
- Term Three, September – December, 2024: In this term we focus on answering the question, “Who is the other?” We explore other’s needs through the skill practice of deep listening. Students begin working with directees in this term.
- Term Four, January – May, 2025: In this term we focus on the transformation of self, modeled by the resurrection experience, answering the question “How will God use me now?
Cost: There is an annual tuition of $1200.00 per student for each year of participation. It is highly recommended students seek financial assistance from their congregations. Limited Diocesan support available.
How Can I Become a Diocesan Recommended Spiritual Director?
Please click HERE to see a list of requirements to become a recommended Diocesan spiritual director. Applications should be turned into Dean Susan Joplin at sjoplin@epiok.org.
Summertime Abundance Quiet Days
You are invited to explore a new offering from the Diocesan School of Spiritual Direction, Summertime Abundance Quiet Days.
What is Summertime Abundance Quiet Days?
- An opportunity to spend quiet time in God’s presence;
- Learn unique prayer styles through workshops and reflection;
- Get a quick glimpse at Retreat in Daily Life — an eight-month program to deepen your faith through Ignatian spirituality.
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Retreat in Daily Life
We welcome you into a 500-year old prayer method that has been known to change lives and your relationship with God. The Ignatian Exercises is a 10-month-long program beginning in the fall of each year and continuing through the summer. Each participant will be assigned to a group that will meet twice monthly. Students will also have the opportunity to meet on a regular basis with a Spiritual Director or a Spiritual-Director-in-training from our School of Spiritual Direction.
The cost of the program is $300* for the year. The Ignatian Exercises course is a prerequisite for application to the School of Spiritual Direction.
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