The required documents for the different levels of membership are as follows:
Regular Membership
A photocopy of the degree in theological training and the certificate or diploma in spiritual direction training.
Associate Membership
A statement provided by the theological school on official letterhead, indicating the individual’s status as a student in a degree program who is receiving training in spiritual formation/direction in a recognized program.
Grandparenting
- A photocopy of the degree in theological training and the certificate or diploma in spiritual direction training, and
- A reference letter from the director’s supervisor stating the years of practicing spiritual direction, and
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A personal reference letter from the individual’s pastor or church leader on official letterhead.
Friends of Association
- A photocopy of the degree in theological training, and
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A photocopy of the certificate or diploma in spiritual direction training, or a statement
provided by the training or practicing institution, and a personal reference letter from the individual’s pastor or church leader on official letterhead
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A letter stating the current vocational ministry and the desire for joining the Association.
For membership between September 1, 2017 and August 31, 2018, the membership fee is $30. Membership is to be renewed annually.
Membership Application Form (PDF)
Qualified individuals who wish to join the Association at the different levels of membership may mail the application form along with the membership fee and the required documents to:
Tyndale Association of Spiritual Directors
3377 Bayview Avenue
Toronto, ON
M2M 3S4
Cheques must be made payable to: Tyndale University College and Seminary
Important: On the memo line of your cheque, please write "TASD".
All applications will be reviewed by the Executive Committee for approval. Approved individuals will be issued a membership number and a receipt for the application fee. Declined applicants will be notified and cheques will be shredded.