Drawing Near
The Drawing Near course has opened the door for many at Crossroads to experience a deeper walk with God and grow in maturity in their faith. It is rooted in contemplative spirituality which prioritises intimacy with God and a deep and vital Christian experience.
Spiritual Practices
Drawing Near introduces classic spiritual practices which have been utilised throughout church history by people in pursuit of God. The six evenings and a retreat are spread over three months to allow time to put into practice what is being learned. In Drawing Near you’ll be introduced to:
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Who is it for?
Drawing Near is for people who hunger for a deeper, more intimate relationship with God. It is geared toward Christians who are fairly well grounded in the faith.
When does it start and how to sign up?
We don’t know when Drawing Near will again be offered at Crossroads. Please check back at a later date. For more information and resources to grow, you may contact Drawing Near’s developer Elizabeth de Smaele.How to get involved?
Drawing Near is facilitated by a team of mentors. Please let Elizabeth know of your interest in growing in classic spiritual practices and/or your desire to be a part of a future Drawing Near team.
Feedback from Participants
""Drawing Near is inspirational and really helpful in drawing closer to God in your own unique way and personality style." Eveline"Some of the practices are new for me, others aren’t, but all served well to draw me nearer to God. In short, the course has reminded me to consciously keep God in perspective in ALL areas of my life. By consciously doing it frequently, it becomes a mindset and hopefully then a lifestyle." Chih-Wei
"During the course I experienced a deeper longing for God and a growth in my belief in God. The course has given tools to continue practicing in strengthening my relation with God." Marcel
"Draw near to God and he will draw near to you." James 4:8 (ESV)
