Shea Darian
Spiritual Direction for Small Groups & Families
Shea Darian offers spiritual direction small groups for those of all faiths
explore Divine Wisdom found in the simple rhythms and rituals of
family life. Shea is the author of Living Passages for the Whole Family:
Celebrating Rites of Passage from Birth to Adulthood (2008), Seven
Times the Sun: Guiding Your Child Through the Rhythms of the Day,
and Sanctuaries of Childhood: Nurturing a Child’s Spiritual Life. Shea
received a BA in Speech and Theater from Iowa State University, a
Masters of Divinity from Garrett Seminary, and was certified as a
spiritual director through the Arizona Ecumenical Institute for Spiritual
Directors. Shea creates a home with her life partner, Andrew, and is the
mother of two young adults.
Fees: $10-$15 small group session; $30-60 family groups
Contact Shea at 602-315-8480
email: sheadarian@hotmail.com
website: www.gileadpress.net (see full brochure of Shea's small
group offerings under "Speaking Engagements")
Spiritual Direction for Small Groups & Families
Shea Darian offers spiritual direction small groups for those of all faiths
explore Divine Wisdom found in the simple rhythms and rituals of
family life. Shea is the author of Living Passages for the Whole Family:
Celebrating Rites of Passage from Birth to Adulthood (2008), Seven
Times the Sun: Guiding Your Child Through the Rhythms of the Day,
and Sanctuaries of Childhood: Nurturing a Child’s Spiritual Life. Shea
received a BA in Speech and Theater from Iowa State University, a
Masters of Divinity from Garrett Seminary, and was certified as a
spiritual director through the Arizona Ecumenical Institute for Spiritual
Directors. Shea creates a home with her life partner, Andrew, and is the
mother of two young adults.
Fees: $10-$15 small group session; $30-60 family groups
Contact Shea at 602-315-8480
email: sheadarian@hotmail.com
website: www.gileadpress.net (see full brochure of Shea's small
group offerings under "Speaking Engagements")
| The Art of Listening ~ Spiritual Direction |
Meet our Spiritual Directors
All Spiritual Direction offerings at the Artist’s Studio are facilitated by qualified spiritual directors in a safe,
confidential and caring setting. The contemplative, intentional process of speaking and listening that occurs in
spiritual direction can be a powerful catalyst for personal transformation and often brings a profound sense of
soulful nurturing to those who participate.
If you have questions or would like further information, each spiritual director is willing to meet with you
personally to determine whether they are a “good fit” for you and your needs.
Renie Reilly
Spiritual Direction for Individuals
Renie Reilly trained in the ecumenical program in the Art of Spiritual
Direction at Kino Institute, Phoenix, Arizona, and has worked as a spiritual
director for 9 years. She is rooted in the contemplative tradition with special
interest in the Christian mystics, Franciscan and Celtic Spirituality. While
advocating a contemplative lifestyle in the “busy-ness” of the world today,
Renie finds solace in the quiet still spaces where the soul slows its pace at the
sound of a deeper whisper. She keeps a heart for the written word, especially
poetry, enjoys daily journaling, and finds peace and presence in the wonder
of the natural world. Renie lives in Mesa, Arizona with her husband and two
dogs. She is also mother to an adult daughter.
Fee: $25-35
Contact Renie at 480-495-9978 or rainreilly52@cox.net
Spiritual Direction for Individuals
Renie Reilly trained in the ecumenical program in the Art of Spiritual
Direction at Kino Institute, Phoenix, Arizona, and has worked as a spiritual
director for 9 years. She is rooted in the contemplative tradition with special
interest in the Christian mystics, Franciscan and Celtic Spirituality. While
advocating a contemplative lifestyle in the “busy-ness” of the world today,
Renie finds solace in the quiet still spaces where the soul slows its pace at the
sound of a deeper whisper. She keeps a heart for the written word, especially
poetry, enjoys daily journaling, and finds peace and presence in the wonder
of the natural world. Renie lives in Mesa, Arizona with her husband and two
dogs. She is also mother to an adult daughter.
Fee: $25-35
Contact Renie at 480-495-9978 or rainreilly52@cox.net
Marilyn Collins
Spiritual Direction for Individuals
Marilyn Collins is an experienced spiritual director who offers one-on-one
spiritual direction for individuals to “explore God’s Light.” Marilyn has received
training and supervision in spiritual direction through the REAPS program of
Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT and at the Hesychia School of Spiritual
Direction, Redemptorist Center, Tucson, AZ. Marilyn also has an MFA in Art
from Penn State University, Penna. Marilyn has a special interest in providing
Christian spiritual direction, help “given one Christian to another,” and she
encourages those of all faiths to draw closer to God through prayer and the
meaning found in ordinary events of daily life.
Fee: $25-35
Contact Marilyn at 480-584-3047 or m.collins5@cox.net
Spiritual Direction for Individuals
Marilyn Collins is an experienced spiritual director who offers one-on-one
spiritual direction for individuals to “explore God’s Light.” Marilyn has received
training and supervision in spiritual direction through the REAPS program of
Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, CT and at the Hesychia School of Spiritual
Direction, Redemptorist Center, Tucson, AZ. Marilyn also has an MFA in Art
from Penn State University, Penna. Marilyn has a special interest in providing
Christian spiritual direction, help “given one Christian to another,” and she
encourages those of all faiths to draw closer to God through prayer and the
meaning found in ordinary events of daily life.
Fee: $25-35
Contact Marilyn at 480-584-3047 or m.collins5@cox.net
Diane Saunders Spiritual Direction for Individuals & Small Groups
Diane Saunders has always found a well of renewal and inspiration through
connecting with the contemplative spiritual tradition. As a young adult, she
discovered a true friend in silence, and as a young mother with a very active family,
she found strength and resilience in solitude. Through Spiritual Direction – the art of
holy listening – Diane responds to the call of adventure toward a rich interior life.
Through small group explorations in The Artist’s Way, she works with others in
mining their rich inner resources and discovering the freedom and joy found in
sharing them with others. Diane has a Bachelors of Science from Arizona State
University in Therapeutic Recreation. She has earned certificates in Ministry from
The Channel Ministry Training Program in Seattle and in Spiritual Direction through
the Arizona Ecumenical Institute for Spiritual Directors. Currently she is working on
a Masters in Education and Theology at Boston College with an emphasis in Total
Community Catechesis. Diane feels most at home in her hiking boots, garden, on
retreat and at her family table sharing a meal and conversation with her husband
Kevin and their five inspiring children.
Fees: $30-40 for individual sessions;
$65 for series of 6 weekly sessions of The Artist’s Way small group
Contact Diane at 480-274-2719 or flo678@gmail.com
Diane Saunders has always found a well of renewal and inspiration through
connecting with the contemplative spiritual tradition. As a young adult, she
discovered a true friend in silence, and as a young mother with a very active family,
she found strength and resilience in solitude. Through Spiritual Direction – the art of
holy listening – Diane responds to the call of adventure toward a rich interior life.
Through small group explorations in The Artist’s Way, she works with others in
mining their rich inner resources and discovering the freedom and joy found in
sharing them with others. Diane has a Bachelors of Science from Arizona State
University in Therapeutic Recreation. She has earned certificates in Ministry from
The Channel Ministry Training Program in Seattle and in Spiritual Direction through
the Arizona Ecumenical Institute for Spiritual Directors. Currently she is working on
a Masters in Education and Theology at Boston College with an emphasis in Total
Community Catechesis. Diane feels most at home in her hiking boots, garden, on
retreat and at her family table sharing a meal and conversation with her husband
Kevin and their five inspiring children.
Fees: $30-40 for individual sessions;
$65 for series of 6 weekly sessions of The Artist’s Way small group
Contact Diane at 480-274-2719 or flo678@gmail.com
Sacred Wisdom through small group explorations and one-on-one spiritual At
the Artist’s Studio, we welcome those of all faiths to encounter and awaken to
Sacred Wisdom through small group explorations and one-on-one spiritual
direction experiences. Our spiritual direction offerings inspire participants to
the Sacred within and around us.
The Artist's Studio
at the Farm at South Mountain
What is Spiritual Direction? aware of Divine Wisdom experienced in ordinary daily life events. aware of Divine Wisdom experienced in ordinary daily life events. sharing with one another the joys, breakthroughs, insights, disappointments and challenges of their unique life journey and spiritual path.unique life journey and spiritual path. |
- Identify & Trust Your Own Experiences of Divine Wisdom
- Share Moments of Quiet Contemplation
- Participate in Intentional, Soulful Listening &
Conversation - Discern & Make Difficult Choices
- Share joys, insights, struggles & disappointments
- Seek “soul friends” to share your journey