Opening Gateways To God

At Rolling Ridge, we are committed to embodying a contemplative spirituality of “being wholly present to the Holy Presence in everyone and everything.”  This journey begins as we learn to listen to ourselves, God, and others.  We invite you to discover for yourself the way of deep listening and spiritual companioning through Gateways to God, our training program in missional spiritual direction.

Gateways to God is Rolling Ridge’s two-year certificate program that trains individuals to walk alongside others and attentively listen to the profound spiritual stirrings within their hearts and souls. Through a cohort format with six in-person retreats, you will learn how to be a compassionate listener and guide for the spiritual journeys of others. Join the 96 people who have experienced the life transforming training of Gateways over the past decade.  Our next cohort begins in November.  Apply today!

Discover more about what Gateways has to offer during one of our ONLINE “Come and See” events.  We have three different opportunities for you to hear first-hand what the program offers.  The one hour overview will highlight the program and provide time for questions and conversation.  Join us on July 10th, August 16th, or September 23rd. You will get to meet members of the Gateways leadership team, including our faculty member, Heidi A. Miller, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Spirituality and Christian Ministry at Mercer University in Atlanta. There is no cost in joining this overview of the program.  

Do you sense the Spirit’s nudge?  We hope so.  Gateways opens new paths to God through the ministry of deep listening and discerning where the Spirit is at work.  For clergy and laity — anyone who wants to learn how to be a more compassionate and caring presence of grace — Gateways is calling.  We hope that you’ll take the first step and join us at the Ridge.  Contact Deadra Ashton, our Gateways Director, if you have any questions.