Praying with the Stations of the Cross…in a Little Different Way
Visio Divina is a way of approaching what we see contemplatively — gazing on something and letting it gaze on us — and listening for God’s invitations to us in the present moment through a process with a visual focus. Multiple images will be set up in the Bon Secours chapel for each of the Stations of the Cross, and participants will be invited to choose to spend time with one Station. We will begin with a guided quiet prayer process, followed by a time for journaling with your chosen Station in shared silence. There will be opportunity to share what you wish of the experience with others present. Guided by Joanne Cahoon.
Joanne Cahoon, D.Min. holds a bachelor’s degree in Religious Studies, master’s degree in Religion/Pastoral Ministry, graduate certificates in spiritual direction and in spirituality studies, and a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, where her specialization was spirituality and practical theology. Along the way, Joanne has taught in elementary, secondary, undergraduate, and graduate school settings. She has also served as youth minister, high school campus minister, consultant, writer, national trainer, diocesan staff member, staff member of a graduate school, spiritual director, facilitator of retreats, and professional coach. Joanne has welcomed and worked with many individuals and groups, serving them as they listen for God’s invitations in their personal and corporate lives. She finds it a privilege to be involved in spiritual and human formation — bringing deep listening, presence, creativity, and a commitment to her own ongoing formation to her work.