About ANSD

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Who are we?

The Australian Network for Spiritual Direction is a community committed to cultivating contemplative spirituality through the practice of spiritual direction. We welcome as members all who are curious about the spiritual journey including those engaged in spiritual direction.

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What does our Network do?

  • Offers opportunities to cultivate contemplative spirituality

  • Contributes to a contemplative response to what is emerging in our times.

  • Fosters the value of spiritual direction or accompaniment

  • Nurtures spiritual directors through gatherings and professional development

  • Provides a list of regional contacts, spiritual directors and supervisors