RUAH School of Spiritual Guidance
RUAH — a Hebrew word meaning “breath” and “spirit” — is a two-year course designed for laity and clergy who wish to discern, develop, and nurture a call to the ministry of spiritual guidance.
The faculty team and guest speakers present a number of topics using lectures, discussions, practicums, and peer groups. The program encourages the integration of personal experience with the presented material in a way that nourishes spiritual growth.
Each school year runs for ten months, September through June. The program consists of monthly retreats in the context of the rhythm of life of the Richmond Hill Community. Prayer and faith sharing are a part of the discipline of all participants. One book is assigned each month on the upcoming topic.
Applications materials for our next cohort (beginning Fall 2025 and running through Spring 2027) will be available in the early part of 2025 and due in the spring of 2025.
For further information, peruse the topics below or contact Sylvia King, Dean of the Weekend RUAH School, or Brenda Giannini, Dean of the Weekday RUAH School, 804-783-7903.