At Rites of Passage, we offer one-on-one confidential Spiritual Direction (also known as Spiritual Companionship).

As a former church pastor and current pastor for people of all faith, spiritual, and secular perspectives, Kristabeth brings her pastor’s heart to your situation.

She is sensitive to meet you without judgment and with a commitment to be fully present to you and your life circumstances.

When was the last time you felt truly listened to without expectation, interruption, or agenda?

Accepting new clients.

What is Spiritual Direction / Spiritual Companionship?

Spiritual direction (also known as spiritual companionship) is the practice of presence and deep listening with the intention of holding space for transformation in the presence of the sacred. It is a healing art that embraces truth and vulnerability with full acceptance.

In essence, spiritual direction is a journey of deepening one’s spiritual life through a supportive and relational partnership with a trained spiritual director. In spiritual direction, we engage life’s questions, big and small, and seek the wisdom of the self and the sacred. Different models of spiritual direction can be found in all cultures and traditions throughout history.

“In spiritual direction, we direct our attention to the spiritual dimension of our lives – with the clear and sacred intention of becoming increasingly aware of what it has to tell us about living wisely, purposefully, and well in the days we are given.”

~ Rev. Kelly Murphy Mason, Practicing Presence

Spiritual Direction with Kristabeth

Are you seeking a deeper connection with the sacred day to day? Are you finding the old ways of understanding faith and spirituality are no longer working? Whether you are spiritual, religious, have been hurt by religion, or are more comfortable with a secular worldview, Kristabeth will accompany you as you seek to connect with the sacred wisdom within and around you. People of all spiritual and secular worldviews and gender and sexual identities are welcome.

Kristabeth’s practice of spiritual direction embraces contemplation, discernment, silence, and conversation with an openness to connect with that which is bigger than ourselves. She will not diagnose you or give advice. She will be fully present, hold your story in confidence, and offer support to assist you in accessing your inner wisdom and drawing closer to the sacred (whatever that means to you). Seekers in all seasons of life can benefit from spiritual direction. Those experiencing grief or transition may find spiritual direction especially valuable.

How might steady, compassionate support help you feel more grounded as you navigate change?

Virtual sessions are held on Zoom. In-person options include meeting at the Rites of Passage office or walking together on the Burlington Bike Path.

Sessions are 60-minutes and can be scheduled weekly, monthly, or as needed. Kristabeth opens sessions with candle lighting, poetry, and silence.

The fee for a spiritual direction session is $75. (A sliding scale starting at $45 is available upon request and accommodation can be made for those who find the cost prohibitive.)

E-mail us today or schedule a 45-minute discernment session to begin.

“Over the last two years, Kristabeth has accompanied me on my journey with great compassion and wisdom, enabling me to further develop my spirituality, shift my perspective, and become more grounded. I deeply value the experience.“

~ Nina, Spiritual Companionship Client

“For anyone in need of Spiritual Guidance (Companionship), I highly recommend Kristabeth. She has a calming presence and is an excellent non-judgmental listener. You will never feel rushed as she guides you to achieve the best resolution for yourself.“

~ Anthony, Spiritual Companionship Client

“Kristabeth’s deep listening helps me find the wisdom within myself; she helps me remember and access the truths that ground me.  As I move through the challenges and transitions within life’s unpredictable experiences, her quiet presence makes a space where I am free to explore my thoughts, feelings, purpose, and choices.”

~ Lin, Spiritual Companionship Client

In her practice as a spiritual director, Kristabeth follows the Spiritual Directors International Guidelines for Ethical Conduct and has signed the SEEK Safely Promise. She participates in supervision, meets regularly with her own spiritual director, and is active in an accountability groups of spiritual directors/companions. Kristabeth is a graduate of the Phoenix Center for Spiritual Direction apprenticeship program. Read Portrait of a Spiritual Director to learn more about what a spiritual director or companion can offer.

When was the last time you offered yourself a moment to truly listen to what’s stirring inside?

If you’re curious about beginning, you’re welcome to schedule a 45-minute discernment session. It offers a gentle way to experience this sacred listening space and to sense whether spiritual direction feels like the right fit for you.

E-mail us today or schedule a 45-minute discernment session to begin.

“When I rise up/let me rise up joyful/like a bird. When I fall/let me fall without regret/like a leaf.”

~ Wendell Berry