We are pleased to announce that students can now earn a Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) degree in two areas at the Haden Institute. Through our new partnership with the Graduate Theological Foundation (GTF) all current Haden students, as well as those who have graduated within the past three years, are eligible. The program is open …
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For Those Who Want to Learn or Deepen the Practice of Group Spiritual Direction Whether you are new to Group Spiritual Direction, wish to explore it further, or are seeking support and guidance for forming a group, please consider joining us for this virtual workshop on Zoom. Participants will experience Group Spiritual Direction (GSD) each …
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“Sacred Earth: Sacred Soul.” We are honored to spend time in person at Kanuga with Joy Harjo who served three terms as the 23rd Poet Laureate of the United States 2019-2022. The path to wholeness involves waking up to the deep knowledge of our sacred relationship to the Earth. This path is affirmed in many traditions: Jung’s …
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For those who are between 25-40 and seek a deeper spiritual foundation for their lives Crossing the Threshold is designed for those who are Approximately between the ages of 25-40 Desiring to deepen the spiritual foundation of their life and work Seeking a supportive spiritual community Interested in contemplative practices, including prayer and meditation Willing …
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Experience Group Spiritual Direction each day with an experienced facilitator. Deepen your contemplative grounding for this prayer practice through authentic sharing and faithful listening. Expand your capacity to listen to God on behalf of others. Nurture trust and discover how this process can transform the world. Whether you are new to Group Spiritual Direction, wish …
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This course is designed to introduce the student to a variety of Christian Spiritual practices that will enhance his or her spiritual journey and respective ministry. Each week, the student will explore the elements and context of a certain spiritual practice and be invited to participate in it.

Hospitality is about offering our hearts. It is being present to another. It does not need a table, food, or particular place. It is taking time and giving intention. Hospitality can be spontaneous and anywhere, on the street, in a store, and on Zoom. We Brothers are delighted to be able to offer, once again, …
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Live from a place of calm and love in these turbulent times November 2022 – June 2023 on Zoom Does your heart long for a deeper connection to God within a community of like-hearted souls? Heart Longings: An Invitation to the Contemplative Path is an eight-month program that invites you to ground in a place …
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Support for the spiritual heart of clergy of all denominations Class of 2023 – on Zoom – Enrolling Now Are you looking for a new way to live and lead faithfully? Going Deeper: Clergy Spiritual Life & Leadership Program addresses the challenges of a life that ideally is centered in God and committed to spiritual …
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TWO 7-DAY INTENSIVES PER YEAR • MENTORS • DISTANCE LEARNING The Haden Institute at Mount Carmel (Niagara Falls, ON) is a haven for seekers. We teach Spiritual Direction and we offer our participants a place and space for developing a robust relationship with their unconscious.Lectures, small group work, creative embodiment practices all lead toaccessing the …
View course details “Spiritual Direction Certification Course (7 day intensive)”