Linda Cherek

Linda’s work in bringing God’s presence to those she encounters is grounded in her understanding and commitment to notice the Holy in everyday life especially in the significant challenges we experience.  She embraced the gifts of spiritual awareness and  the opportunities for growth in her spiritual journey following the unexpected death of her oldest daughter. Her spiritual journey has provided the sacred space to encounter God in unexpected places through journaling, music, poetry, prayer and the body.  Linda has a special interest in the impact of loss and trauma and understands how it impacts the body, the heart, the soul and one’s relationship with God and the world.  

Linda will welcome you no matter what your faith tradition or spiritual beliefs. She will accompany you on your spiritual journey, encouraging you to deepen your relationship with the God of your understanding.  She welcomes spiritual exploration and awareness of where the Holy impacts your life.

Linda received her Master ‘s Degree in Social Work from the University of St Thomas and the University of St Catherine. She received her Spiritual Direction certificate from Sacred Ground in St Paul, MN.  She is a Fellow in Thanatolgy and has a Certificate in Pastoral Bereavement Counseling.  She retired after more than 25 years’ work in private practice as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.  She provides individual and group spiritual direction, she accompanies people in the Extended Spiritual Exercises and also utilizes Focusing in her spiritual direction practice. 

Linda Cherek MSW, FT, SEP offers Spiritual Direction, Group Spiritual Direction, The Spiritual Exercises and Personal Directed Retreats.

Linda is taking new Directees.