Meet the director
Carol Lanfear has spent a lifetime in academia as a college professor teaching mathematics at Central Michigan University. She holds the following degrees and certificates:
In addition, Carol is the Stephen Ministry leader for the First United Methodist Church in Mt Pleasant, MI and a hospital chaplain for McLaren-Central Michigan Hospital. She holds professional memberships in Pi Mu Epsilon (mathematics honorary fraternity) and Spiritual Directors International.
Carol's many years as a faculty advisor for student religious fellowships on campus has given her ample opportunity to help guide students on their spiritual journeys. More recently she has expanded her interest in helping people grapple with their spiritual life by becoming certified as a spiritual director. Although spiritual direction is open to anyone of any religious background, expect the spiritual direction that Carol offers to be decidedly Christian in its orientation. You will find a safe, confidential, trusting environment in which to meet God.
- BA in mathematics from Southern Missionary College, Collegedale, TN
- MA in mathematics from Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
- Secondary teaching certificate in the areas of mathematics, physics, and history
- Additional work in physics, history, and psychology from Central Michigan University, Mt Pleasant, MI
- Graduate Certificate in Spiritual Direction from the Dominican Center for Religious Development, Detroit, MI
In addition, Carol is the Stephen Ministry leader for the First United Methodist Church in Mt Pleasant, MI and a hospital chaplain for McLaren-Central Michigan Hospital. She holds professional memberships in Pi Mu Epsilon (mathematics honorary fraternity) and Spiritual Directors International.
Carol's many years as a faculty advisor for student religious fellowships on campus has given her ample opportunity to help guide students on their spiritual journeys. More recently she has expanded her interest in helping people grapple with their spiritual life by becoming certified as a spiritual director. Although spiritual direction is open to anyone of any religious background, expect the spiritual direction that Carol offers to be decidedly Christian in its orientation. You will find a safe, confidential, trusting environment in which to meet God.
What this means for you
Perhaps you are struggling with your view of God. Does he seem distant? Or harsh? Or punitive? Or do you feel betrayed by him? Does your head tell you one thing about God and your heart quite another? Do you lack trust? Do you feel stuck in your spiritual life? Or perhaps you have experienced a spiritual growth spurt that leaves you rather breathless and wondering what to do now. Is God calling you to a new ministry? All these and more can be addressed in spiritual direction.
Carol's extensive background in both scripture and psychology, allows her to utilize a holistic approach to spiritual direction. God's invitation is to let him heal your past wounds, to help you live gratefully and peacefully in the present, trusting that God is leading you into a closer relationship with himself, and to look to the future with the assurance of continued growth.
Carol's extensive background in both scripture and psychology, allows her to utilize a holistic approach to spiritual direction. God's invitation is to let him heal your past wounds, to help you live gratefully and peacefully in the present, trusting that God is leading you into a closer relationship with himself, and to look to the future with the assurance of continued growth.
Is spiritual direction right for me?
If you are serious about examining your spiritual life with gentle accountability and if you desire a closer connection with God on your spiritual journey, then YES spiritual direction is right for you.
Call for an appointment today 989-773-1945
Call for an appointment today 989-773-1945