The Very Reverend Dr. Alan W. Jones is Dean Emeritus at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. Previously, he served as the Stephen F. Bayne Professor of Ascetical Theology at the General Theological Seminary in New York City, where he was the founder of the Center of Christian Spirituality at General. Dr. Jones is the author of numerous books, including "Journey Into Christ" and "Exploring Spiritual Direction: An Essay in Christian Friendship."