Supporting the Development of a Spiritual Life: This session focuses on the core practice of discernment in spiritual direction, inviting students to explore their own spiritual journeys and their practices of prayer as the foundations of a spiritual life. Facilitator, Kathy Staudt received her certificate in spiritual direction from Washington Theological Union and has offered spiritual direction for over 20 years. Her most recent prose book is Shaping a Faithful Life: Discernment and Discipleship for Young Adults (2021). Her website is kathleenstaudtpoet.com. Learn more about Adelynrood’s School for Spiritual Direction.