The art of spiritual accompaniment: Going beyond doctrinal checklists

Jesus as the model accompanist

One way to understand the “art of accompaniment” is to recall the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus. Jesus is our model as the one who accompanies. The disciples are those seeking something deeper—perhaps freedom from fear or confusion.

You may think you’re not Jesus and won’t be able to accompany seekers in ways that lead them to an encounter with Jesus offering freedom or healing. You’re not alone. No one is born a spiritual accompanist. You become one through the gifts of the Holy Spirit and by practicing holy listening.

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