Category: Seminary

Part 5 of 5 :: Initial Inspection At the end of important milestones during a building project the city inspector is invited in to make sure the work is performed to code and progressing appropriately. Often insepctors dig deeper than most prefer, but their work is crucial to maintain standards and safety for future occupants. At the close of Winter Quarter 2013… Read more →

Part 4 of 5 :: Demolish and Rebuild I am slowly learning that spiritual direction isn’t that bad! Pat is acting as a great contractor/architect duo. He has understood the land, the history, and the minerals present within. He knows where the support beams are and how to provide new support if needed. He has peaked behind the sheet rock… Read more →

Part 3 of 5 :: Paint Swabs Driving south on the viaduct through Seattle is a breathless experience. Since moving to the Seattle core I find it a treat to travel on the aging and very unsafe roadway. Both day travel and night travel offer beautiful scenery. The trick is to keep your eyes on the road. On the west you see… Read more →

Part 2 of 5 :: The Lay of the Land During high school I worked for a construction company that specialized in remodeling multi-million dollar homes. I remember one particular home on a lake in affluent Lake Oswego. The home was a complete interior remodel with the addition of an expansive deck in the back and small deck in the front. The… Read more →

Part 1 of 5 :: Introduction The following blog posts encapsulate themes and events of my introduction to spiritual direction. All first year students at Seattle Pacific Seminary are required to enroll in practicum as part of the abbey component of the seminary.  This is a time for exploring the intersections of the triad core courses and discover the practical implications for ministry… Read more →