Spiritual Direction Formation Program

For The First Time on The East Coast! 
Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life
The SEEL Program
Ignatian Spiritual Direction Formation Program

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This is a Formation Program Cosponsored by
Loyola Jesuit Center of Morristown, NJ, &
Saint Joseph’s University of Philadelphia, PA
This formation program is designed for individuals aspiring to become Certified Ignatian Spiritual Directors and Directors of the 19th Annotation of The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.

• Beginning January, 2025, a 17-month formation program
• Application deadline of November 15, 2024
• Featuring on a monthly basis, a dynamic blend of in-person and virtual classes
• Open to candidates from all Christian denominations
• Comprehensive curriculum comprised of prayer experiences, monthly readings from books and articles, independent study project, reflections papers, presentations by a variety of experts in Ignatian Spirituality, and a practicum during the second half of the program
• Periodic “retreat days” for continual spiritual growth, education, and fellowship
• Pre-requisite: Candidate has made the full Spiritual Exercises according to the 19th or 20th Annotation (30-day) formats with a Certified Director of The Spiritual Exercises.
• Acceptance into the program requires completion of an application and interview.

Program Directors:
Beverly J. Delleart
Certified Spiritual Director; Director of The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, both the 19th & 20th (30-day) Annotations; Formator of Ignatian Directors; Supervisor of Spiritual Directors; Adjunct Spiritual Director for weekend and directed retreats; Retreat Presenter; Coordinator of the offering of Spiritual Direction; Supervision; Private, Directed Retreats, and both the 19th & 20th (30-day) Retreats of The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola at Loyola Jesuit Center in Morristown, New Jersey.

Rev. Daniel R. J. Joyce, S.J.
Vice President of Mission & Ministry at Saint Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Director of The Alliance For Catholic Education and the Education Fellows Program. Adjunct Professor of Theology and Religious Studies.
For further information and an application, please visit our website at www.sju.edu/SEEL