Meet Our Spiritual Directors & Companions

The Peace & Spirituality Center is blessed to have several CSJP sisters and associates who offer their presence and gifts as spiritual directors and companions. Each brings a unique background, but all share a deep commitment to listening, prayer, and accompanying others in their journey toward peace and wholeness.

If you would like to meet with one of our sisters or associates for spiritual direction or accompaniment, please note that these sessions are available only as part of a half-day or full-day retreat at the Center. These one-time sessions are meant to support your retreat experience rather than provide ongoing direction.

For those seeking a more regular rhythm of spiritual direction, we are glad to connect you with one of our trusted partners in the wider community, including trained and certified spiritual directors through SEEL Puget Sound (Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life), and other qualified directors who share our commitment to prayerful listening and discernment. 

Please note that while we may facilitate an initial connection, all arrangements, scheduling, and agreements are made directly between you and the director or companion. The Peace & Spirituality Center is not involved in or responsible for any ongoing spiritual direction or accompaniment relationship, as our role is solely to provide a referral point and introduce available resources.

Take a moment to get to know the wonderful women and men who make this ministry possible — each one a reflection of our shared mission of peace through justice.

Our CSJP Sisters

  • Sr. Mary Therese Breuning, CSJP

    Born in Minnesota, Sr. Mary Therese’s life has been shaped by faith, compassion, and a deep love of service. After raising three children, she followed her call to ministry and completed a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Counseling and Theology. A certified hospital chaplain, she offers a gentle, listening presence rooted in peace and God’s love.

  • Sr. Pauline Dibb, CSJP

    Born and raised in Seattle, Sr. Pauline holds degrees in English, Philosophy , Theology, and Educational Administration from Seattle University, along with certifications in teaching , chaplaincy, and spiritual direction. Her approach to spiritual accompaniment is grounded in peace, love, and joy -values she seeks to live and share each day.

  • Sr. Anna Nguyen, CSJP

    Born in Vietnam, Sr. Anna’s early life was shaped by faith, resilience, and a deep sense of family and community. Sr. Anna served in healthcare as a Certified Nursing Assistant and Restorative Aid, caring for the elderly and those most in need. As a spiritual companion, she offers a caring, compassionate, listening heart rooted in peace and the healing presence of Christ.

  • Sr. Kathleen Pruitt, CSJP

    A Zen Master and lifelong advocate for peace through justice, Sr. Kathleen brings a depth of contemplative wisdom and compassionate presence. With decades of experience in education, social service, and global peace work, her approach to accompaniment is rooted in wisdom, peace, and a contemplative awareness of all life’s interconnection.

Certified Spiritual Director Partners

  • Lisa Dennison, Executive Director - SEEL

    Lisa Dennison is currently the Executive Director of the Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life (SEEL) Puget Sound, a Jesuit ministry of offering the 19th annotation of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius. She has been a spiritual director in SEEL’s annual 9-month retreat program since 2001. Her passion is spiritual direction and seeing God’s shining grace in each and every person she accompanies.

  • Jen Manglos

    Jen ( www.jenmanglos.com ) a spiritual director, retreat curator, pastor, and writer who delights in helping others discover their belovedness in God. Holding an M.A. in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, she has accompanied individuals for more than 14 years through spiritual direction and retreats. Jen also finds joy in crafting prayerful spaces that blend creativity, rest, and spiritual practice.

  • Patrick C. Sharkey

    Patrick ( www.patrickcsharkey.com ) is a certified spiritual director dedicated to helping others deepen their relationship with God through prayer, reflection, and attentive listening. With a background in Spiritual Theology and years of ministry and leadership experience, Patrick brings together the wisdom of Christian spirituality with a grounded, practical approach.