
More About Me
More About Me...
My life's work is to encourage, bless, welcome and heal.
I have a particular passion to help people deepen their
connection or reconnection with God. I believe in a God of Love
who welcomes all just as they are. I have worked with people in
discernment, either to a call to ministry or a transition in their life.
I have training in helping those who have been wounded or rejected
by the institutional church. LGBTQI+ persons who have been
wounded by the institutional church, are loved by God just as they
are. Spiritual direction can be helpful in finding wholeness and
spiritual healing. With a background in substance abuse treatment
and family dynamics, I am knowledgeable in the recovery process and the Twelve Steps as a spiritual path. As a now retired minister, I understand the unique challenges of being a pastor. Pastor burnout is real, and so is compassion fatigue. We have nothing to give when our well is dry. Spiritual direction can help restore a sense of balance for the pastor and renew our own spirit.

Certifications
Qualifications
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Certified Spiritual Director by Metagem Institute
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Ordained Episcopal Priest, now retired
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Masters Degree in Counseling
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Masters of Divinity
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Doctor of Ministry Degree in Ministry Development
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Forty years experience in helping people
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Professional Member of Spiritual Directors International
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Graduate and Past Chaplain of Clergy Leadership Project (Trinity Parish Wall Street)
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Trauma Informed Spiritual Director
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Ten years experience in treatment of substance use disorders
What is Spiritual Direction?