Kindred Souls: connecting through spiritual friendship

The Story

What is a spiritual friendship? How does a spiritual friendship differ from other kinds of friendship? In KINDRED SOULS, Stephanie Ford reveals what it truly means to be a spiritual companion. She begins by reexamining the monastic roots of spiritual friendship through our shared tradition with the Roman Catholic Church and presents the unlikely friendship of Ruth and Naomi as a template for spiritual friendship. Practical insights are given on how to deal with real issues such as overcoming the fear of sharing and how to become a faithful listener. Whether you are a novice at spiritual friendships or have enjoyed their benefits for years, KINDRED SOULS will offer new insights that will enable and empower you to nurture partnerships that will continue to bear fruit throughout your lifetime.