Jenny McConnell - Spiritual Director
I am a Certified Professional Life Coach and am currently studying to be a Spiritual Director. I have been working in the education and disabilities field since 1990. I have a Master's in Special Education, an Associate Diploma in Creative Arts, and a Certificate from the Yale School of Emotional Intelligence. I am a mother of three teenage boys who are neurodiverse. Two of my three boys and myself have a hearing impairment.
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My Approach to Spiritual Direction
Spiritual Direction is a practice of deep, prayerful listening. I attune myself both to your lived experience and to God’s gentle guidance as I support you in discerning His voice. This work is relational and contemplative, inviting stillness, connection, and an openness to God’s presence.
I am also deeply committed to helping individuals discover their true identity through the loving and redemptive lens of Jesus.
What is Spiritual Direction?
Spiritual Direction is a sacred companionship for people of faith who long to deepen their relationship with God and learn to recognize His voice. A Spiritual Director walks alongside you for as long as you desire, creating a safe, supportive, and prayerful space marked by trust, freedom, and authenticity.
In our sessions, I listen deeply to your story and ask gentle, thoughtful questions that invite reflection on your inner life and experiences of God. We make room for silence, prayer, and scripture, allowing the Holy Spirit to move and speak personally to you. My role is not to give answers, but to help you discern God’s presence and direction for yourself.
This process draws on four listening postures—support, exploration, discernment, and interiorization—and is shaped around your unique spiritual journey. Sessions may include prayer, reflection, and resources that open new perspectives and nurture spiritual growth.
I bring decades of Christian faith, formal training in Spiritual Direction, and a compassionate, non-judgmental presence. Whether you are new to faith or have been walking with God for many years, I am here to listen, journey with you, and support you as you grow closer to Him—often over a season of 6–12 months, and sometimes much longer.
Please contact me for a free 20-minute online consultation.
Grief Gathering Groups
In this 1 hour workshop, you are invited to bring your grief, tears & disappointments. This counter-cultural space offers stillness & deep compassion in a safe and nurturing room. You will experience silence, breath prayers, gospel contemplation, visualization, and partner work.


Jenny is absolutely amazing!!!! Highly recommend. Experienced, trustworthy, understanding and always willing to listen and guide you in the right direction. She is passionate and kind. You will feel safe and valued.
Paula. S. Age 53



