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MD
4.9(247)

Fr. Michael DiPietro

Diocesan Priest · Diocese of Arlington

Bishop-Verified

Ordained 18 years. Parish pastor with a heart for those seeking deeper prayer and vocational clarity. Trained in Ignatian spirituality.

Spiritual DirectionDiscernment CoachingConfession Preparation
English, Italian
Evenings & Weekends
Next available: Feb 10
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CM
5(189)

Sr. Catherine Marie, O.P.

Religious Sister · Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia

Superior-Approved

Dominican sister with 12 years of formation ministry. Passionate about helping young adults and returning Catholics find their footing in the faith.

Prayer SupportFaith FormationSpiritual Conversation
English, Spanish
Mornings & Afternoons
Next available: Feb 8
Secure video sessions
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Book Session
RN
4.8(156)

Deacon Robert Nguyen

Permanent Deacon · Archdiocese of Los Angeles

Bishop-Verified

Permanent deacon and retired educator. 25 years of RCIA instruction and adult faith formation. Specializes in walking with those returning to the Church.

Faith FormationSpiritual ConversationPrayer Support
English, Vietnamese
Flexible
Next available: Feb 9
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Book Session
MT
4.9(132)

Maria Elena Torres, S.D.

Certified Lay Director · Diocese of San Antonio

Formation-Certified

Graduate of the Avila Institute. Bilingual spiritual director with a focus on Carmelite spirituality and the interior life. Endorsed by her pastor and bishop.

Spiritual DirectionPrayer SupportDiscernment Coaching
English, Spanish
Evenings
Next available: Feb 11
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Book Session
PO
4.7(203)

Fr. Patrick O'Brien, O.F.M.

Religious Priest · Franciscan Friars, Province of the Assumption

Superior-Approved

Franciscan priest for 22 years. Former retreat director and hospital chaplain. Gentle approach rooted in Franciscan simplicity and joy.

Spiritual DirectionConfession PreparationSpiritual Conversation
English
Mornings
Next available: Feb 12
Secure video sessions
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Book Session
JW
4.8(98)

Dr. James Whitfield, S.D.

Certified Lay Director · Diocese of Nashville

Formation-Certified

Former professor of theology. Trained at Creighton University's spiritual direction certificate program. Specializes in intellectual struggles with faith and vocational discernment.

Discernment CoachingFaith FormationSpiritual Direction
English
Afternoons & Evenings
Next available: Feb 10
Secure video sessions
Verified · Encrypted · 1yr on GraceBook
Book Session

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