Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.
Dr. Nicki Verploegen is Co-Founder of TATENDA International, a nonprofit which cares for caregivers worldwide through retreats and pastoral visits. Originally from Montana, Nicki grew up under the Big Sky and has allowed her passion for the world to carry her to over 50 countries .
She has a Ph.D. in spirituality and served for eight years as Director of Spiritual and Ministerial Development at Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge, MA. She trained students in spiritual direction at the University of Mount Saint Joseph.
Her books on spirituality through Wipf and Stock include Planning and Implementing Retreats: A Parish Handbook., Organic Spirituality: A Sixfold Path for Contemplative Living, Meditations With Merton, and From Monks to Missioners.
Upcoming Programs by Nicki Verploegen, Ph.D.
Embrace Newness: New Grace, New Life, New Promise
Also With Nancy Sheridan, SASV
Like fresh-fallen snow, the new year invites us to wrap ourselves in newness. Through reflection, ritual, Eucharist, and spiritual companioning, we will pause to recognize grace, life, and promise as 2026 unfolds. Together, let us welcome these gifts with open hearts. In the gentle rhythm of these sacred days, you are invited to rest in […]
Silent Directed Retreat - 6 Day - Nurturing Your Spirit
Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as a spiritual companion throughout the […]
Silent Directed Retreat - 6 Day - Nurturing Your Spirit
Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth during our immersive silent-directed retreat, where you will have the opportunity to explore the guiding presence of the Spirit in a deeply enriching environment. During a silent-directed retreat, each participant meets daily with an experienced spiritual director who serves as a spiritual companion throughout the […]