Spiritual Directors in Sacred Ground’s Community

I love Celtic spirituality, especially the simplicity of prayers and poetry. I practice centering prayer daily and participate in a group monthly.

Julie provides companionship to individuals of all ages, genders, and belief systems, helping them tap into their inner wisdom to discern the presence of the divine in their everyday lives.

Amy’s areas of practice interest include, but are not limited to, issues around dying, death, grief & loss. This can include other times of transition, such as graduation, divorce, adjusting to adulthood, a new relationship, empty-nesting & other mid-life issues.

My calling is to deeply listen to how you experience the divine, your higher power, your god. I sit with you as you uncover your spiritual intelligence which leads to deeper meaning, a more purposeful life, and perhaps a new calling. I work comfortably between doubt and faith, religion and no religion, recognizing that certainty is not necessary for spiritual growth.

I do not “direct” anyone, but rather, I do what I can to help others see the direction that is already in progress. I also have special affinity for people who have been, or are, dealing with various addiction; with issues around sexual or gender identity; and in being a listening presence for individuals in various forms of ministry.

I feel blessed to witness the transformative power of God’s love in the lives of directees and am humbled by the trust they place with me. I see my role as a companion on the journey, a guide who points the way but who ultimately trusts that God is the true director of our lives.

Through deep listening and gentle questions, I walk with people as they discover how God is moving in their lives, what God calls them to be or do, and the next steps on their faith journey. 

You are invited to join me in being present with the Holy. Here you will experience being deeply listened to and heard. Here you will know that Holy love welcomes you and all your lived experiences. Come, be present with me and the Holy Spirit, for time to sort out your life’s pathways.

On our spiritual journey in this world, we all ask the same question: “Who are you, God, and who am I?” As a spiritual director, holding another’s sacred story is to bear witness to that question and the point within them that belongs entirely to God and know the answer is: We are one.

As a spiritual director, I consider it a privilege and an honor to hold sacred space for anyone who is on a path of seeking and searching for the fullness of life and love in their relationship with God/the Divine, and thus with the world around them. The Spirit is present as the true director in every session.

As a spiritual director I am very aware that the session with my directee is one that the Spirit has called and the One who is really in charge. I facilitate by asking questions and deeply listening. There are infinite approaches as to how the Divine might be inviting this person to deeper connections that bring fullness of life and love. We can explore them together.

What questions are you asking as you seek something more? Let’s explore!

I find joy and blessing in the privilege of holding seekers’ sacred stories.

Jaynes area of interest include guided prayer, body meditation, dream work, healing practices, and the Enneagram.

I listen deeply, with empathy and compassion. I'm more concerned about the questioner than the questions themselves. I want folks to know they are worth listening to, and that they can feel like they are in good company with themselves, others, and God.

Through Benedictine and Ignatian spirituality, I have come to know the radical love God has for each one of us. I am deeply rooted in the Christian Contemplative Tradition and find God in all people, places and things. I am delighted to offer Spiritual Companionship to individuals from all walks of life, faiths, and practices.

I love holding space for others as they explore their deep longings, big questions, doubts, search for meaning, and relationship with the Holy.

I have special interests in working with creativity and spirituality. As an artist I often bring in visual resources and help directees cultivate their contemplative creative sides.

I am committed to a daily contemplative prayer practice of centering prayer, lectio divina, and journaling so that I may have the inner freedom to come home again and again to God’s mercy and love, and to be fully present to those I accompany in spiritual direction.

Simply being listened to—deeply and without judgment—is a gift. Particularly when we dare to speak about our own unique, inner spiritual landscape and our search for spiritual freedom and wholeness.