Speaker, Preacher, Teacher, Retreat Leader

One of the great joys of my work is connecting to other people who are as excited as I am about the work of healing, connection, and joy in not just our religious and spiritual realms, but the whole of our lives. I love to do this on Zoom, or in person. When I am invited to teach, preach, speak, or guide a retreat I focus on building relationships with the community that is present, and to help that community deepen their own connection to each other and the Divine.

If your community is looking for a speaker, preacher, or teacher, I am available to speak on a range of topics, from spiritual care, to Episcopal identity and practice, the power of breathwork healing, and how we can weave our relationship with the Divine into the whole of our complex lives.

some presentations I've offered

Lenten Slow Retreat: An at home retreat for contemplation & practice delivered digitally through the whole of Lent
Seasonal Retreats that draw on the wisdom of the natural world with our human spirituality
Spiritual Practice Exploration: a long weekend to explore new and surprising spiritual practices
Women's Retreat with Ruth & Naomi: focus on learning to support and uphold one another as you grow together in your faith
Breathwork Groups: guided group experiences for friends, a parish, or a diocese

customized for your community

I'm especially interested in consulting with you about the unique needs of your community, so we can customize our time together to best serve and support your people where they are. I do not have set retreats, talks, or sermons that I take to every place I go; instead I prefer to tailor my offerings for each unique community.

retreats

I work with groups (friends groups, yoga studios, churches, meditation groups, and more) to create sacred space for rest, renewal, and deepening of connection to the Divine. I am available to lead quiet days, short weekend retreats, or longer session for deeper work.

Most of what is called a retreat in our busy modern world isn't, which isn't to say those things are bad. But they are usually more of a conference or workshop, great for learning, networking, making friends, or having fun, but often lacking in the rest and stillness we so desperately need. I lead retreats. Spend time with me on retreat and you will find yourself invited into creative expression, play, rest (naps are so good), shared meals, and the gentle work of caring for one another.

Come away, rest your whole self (body, mind, heart, and soul) deepen your love and care for one another, and go deeper into your relationship with God/Divine with spiritual practices like...

Photography (seeing and sharing Beauty)
Sacred writing (yes you, you can write)
Meditation (more than just sitting)
Breathwork
Telling & studying sacred story
Creative expression (painting, drawing, & collage as sacred expression)
Listening & holding space
Exploring you personal metaphors for the Divine/God
Spiritual life seasons (you aren't the same person you were, or will be)
Prayer (so much more interesting & varied than what our parents taught most of us)

If you are looking for someone to facilitate your next group retreat, or to coach you (via Zoom/phone) through planning your first solo retreat I would love to chat.

teaching

Maybe a retreat isn't right for your group right now, maybe you want that conference/workshop feel. Sometimes something more active and engaged is right for you and your community. You are in luck, I also teach and lead workshops! Workshops are more active than retreats. There's less free time, less time for resting, and more focus on learning something specific, or on a goal for the community.

I teach spiritual practice of all sorts (just ask), can teach and help you explore Christian scripture (my approach to scripture is too serious to be literal and seeks to address and combat the harm of colonialism, Patriarchy, antisemitism, and slander against LGBTQIA+ folk that many common readings of scripture have caused), writing workshops (focusing on sacred or spiritual writing), and can help guide your group as you create your own meaningful rituals or liturgies. I can also teach a focused session on any of the themes I cover on retreats, or expand on the articles you find here on my site.

I love to learn, and love to teach. If your group loves to learn too, let's talk.

preaching

As an Episcopal priest preaching is a vital and beloved part of my ministry. Are you kicking off a year of spiritual renewal in your parish? Looking for dive deep into discernment around your future? Hoping to figure out just what God has in store for you next without coming up with yet another mission statement no one will ever look at again?

I'd love to chat about how I can help either with a sermon custom focused on the work you are diving into (or finishing) up, a thorny topic your community is wrestling with that you feel needs a loving outside voice, or in conjunction with a retreat or teaching series. Maybe you just need a break from preaching and need another voice in your pulpit.

I have been preaching as a lay preacher since 2006 and ordained since 2011 and am comfortable preaching virtually as well as in person. I am available for local church supply in the Seattle (and East-side) area, or via the web anywhere in the country. Or, add in some preaching when you hire me as a speaker. I'd love to chat about how I can support you and your ministry in your place.

how to get started...

Click the button to schedule a 20 minute (no cost) call where we can discuss your group's needs and what I offer. Or use the form below to send me a message!

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