Graduates
Manresa Graduate Network
Manresa has trained people in spiritual direction for some 40 years, and so has a considerable number of graduates who engage in spiritual accompaniment throughout Ireland and around the world. Events and courses are organised regularly to support and develop the skills of those who... Read more
Graduate Network Newsletter
Graduates of the spiritual direction training programmes at Manresa keep in touch with current offerings and opportunities by subscribing to the newsletter or by checking the Graduates page on this website (www.manresa.ie/graduates). If you are a... Read more
Graduates’ Day September 2020
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Graduates’ Weekend February 2020 - Dynamics in Spiritual Direction
Mike Drennan SJ will address the topic of 'Dynamics in Spiritual Direction', helping us to better understand prayer and the pray-er.
This weekend will have elements familiar to all who have been trained in spiritual direction in Manresa's course, involving input, personal time... Read more
Graduates’ Day October 2019 - Images in Spiritual Accompaniment
Spiritual accompaniment typically relies on words and, even when a director uses metaphor and imagination, many are not comfortable with introducing visual images or engaging the directee with art. This day will allow spiritual directories to reflect on their own appreciation of images and... Read more