Bridget Purdome is sensitive to the movement of the Spirit in the ordinary experiences of daily life. Raised and educated in the Catholic tradition, Bridget continues to expand her spirituality, as she explores contemplative Christianity, meditation, mindfulness and other interspiritual practices, evolutionary spirituality, the beauty of creation, and creative expression. Bridget holds Master’s degrees in Divinity and Spirituality with a concentration in Spiritual Direction from Loyola University’s Institute of Pastoral Studies which includes training in both Contemporary Spiritual Direction and the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises. Bridget completed the Meditation Teacher Training program through the Temple of Kriya Yoga. For over ten years, Bridget ministered to those who have experienced homelessness, are HIV positive, are in recovery from substance addictions, and/or are challenged with other physical and mental illnesses.