Christian Spiritual Director, Author, and Holy Fool
If you found your way to this website, I trust it is a matter of “deep calling out to deep,” and that means I hope we can do something together.
I meet with people as a spiritual director, host seminars, speak on retreats, write books, host online cohorts, and create resources for people to explore reconstructing their faith.
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What Others Have Said About Working with John
“I am so grateful for John Chaffee. He is a gifted writer, thinker, guide, and spiritual coach. Each week, I look forward to his weekly email, and I am thrilled he has written this new book to help people live by a wisdom that many consider foolish.” – Brian D. McLaren, author of Do I Stay Christian and Faith After Doubt
“I always think of [John] as a modern desert father.” – Rev. Leah Q.
“Spending time talking with John is more like spiritual therapy than anything else. I often joke that you were more of a therapist/counselor to me than my first 2 therapists.” – Josh S.
“It was so good to have you (for a retreat) and the people who came have had so much to talk about. You are sharing and working through topics that are incredibly important, and you’re doing it in a way that draws people in.” – Rev. Kaitlyn W.
“Taking your class was a blessing in itself and to be put with a professor who knew what he was talking about and loved talking about it was amazing. You opened my mind up to so many new ideas and objectives that I want to reach in life. I would say that you are one of the most influential teachers/professors that I have ever had.” – A Former Student
“Every Friday, [the 5 on Friday Newsletter] challenges me to think a little differently. After a couple of months, I see things in a whole new way.” – Anonymous
“The spiritual wisdom of a sage, the empathetic non-judgment of a therapist, the sensitivity to God’s voice of a prophet, the shame-free love of a parent, and the attentive listening of a close friend. John Chaffee is a healing balm for a hurting soul. If you want a safe space and a trustworthy guide to help you navigate your faith journey, do yourself the favor and talk with John. The love, freedom, empowerment, and hope you will experience is priceless!” – Joshua S.
“When I feel I am losing my way, [John] inevitably say[s] something that reawakens and refreshes my spirit.” – Tom
“I have just started to pursue spiritual direction with John. I found him to be easy to talk with and a good listener. He paces the session well and makes helpful observations and comments based on his vast knowledge of reading various Christian authors over the centuries. I plan to continue working with John and look forward to our next appointment.” – Don Z.
