Spiritual direction is not something you master.
It is a rhythm you learn to live.
Written primarily for directees, Before, During, After gently introduces the lived rhythm of spiritual direction — helping readers understand what belongs before a session, how to engage during it, and how to live attentively afterward.
Rather than offering techniques or formulas, this guide teaches spiritual direction as a prayerful practice of listening, attentiveness, and trust. It clarifies the purpose of evocative questions, relieves anxiety about “doing it right,” and keeps the focus where it belongs — on Christ, the true director, who is already guiding and forming the heart.
Ideal for those new to spiritual direction or those who desire to engage it more fruitfully, this booklet offers peace, clarity, and confidence for the journey.