Personal Discernment in Community
Discover the Voice Within
Listen in Community
with Daniel Daeseop Yi
Join us for an 8-week journey of personal discernment through the transformative practice of the Clearness Committee. Rooted in the Quaker tradition, this sacred process invites you to listen deeply, both to yourself and to others, fostering clarity, courage, and spiritual growth in a trusted community.
Course Highlights
• Uncover Your Inner Truth: Learn to distinguish the authentic voice within from fear and external expectations.
• Move Beyond Fear to True Desire: Explore the longings of your heart and discover how to respond faithfully.
• Create a Space of Trust: Experience the power of communal listening, where open questions and deep silence guide your discernment.
What You Will Experience:
• Engagement with Quaker Discernment Practices: Practical exploration of the Clearness Committee structure.
• Small Group Sharing: Participate in small groups, taking turns as both seeker and listener.
• Reflective Readings: Dive into spiritual readings that illuminate discernment in daily life.
Why This Course?
“The soul speaks its truth only under quiet, inviting, and trustworthy conditions.”
— Parker J. Palmer
In a world full of noise and constant demands, finding clarity and guidance can feel overwhelming. This course offers a sacred pause—a time to step back, listen deeply, and discern authentically in a supportive spiritual community. You’ll leave with practical tools for discernment, a renewed sense of direction, and a heart attuned to the still, small voice of God.
Register Today and Begin Your Journey Toward Clarity and Peace.
Personal Discernment in Community: Course Details
Dates: Wednesdays, April 2 - May 21
Times: 5:30 PM - 7:40 PM (Pacific)
Location: On Zoom
Cost: $320/$400/$480 (sliding scale)
Limited Scholarships are Available. Contact the Bread of Life office.
Space is limited to 12 participants, to ensure a meaningful and intimate experience.
Daniel Daeseop Yi
Daniel Daeseop Yi is dedicated to understanding how humans can be their authentic selves and live their lives fully through various contemplative practices. This wholistic transformation and growth is interconnected with communal and social change. He has been practicing and teaching Centering Prayer since 2008 at San Francisco Theological Seminary. He is Affiliate Faculty in Spirituality at SFTS/ University of Redland.