One of my deep passions is to companion alongside groups of people seeking to deepen spirituality. 

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Quite often we experience division and hostility on a daily basis; it’s exhausting and discouraging. But when we gather as a sacred community — each with our own backgrounds and experiences — to share and listen to our stories and the Spirit in our midst, we experience growth, healing and hope. 

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In eight or more monthly Group Spiritual Direction sessions of 90-120 minutes, we develop the spiritual practice of praying our lives, sharing our lives, and listening attentively to each sharer — listening for and offering the Spirit’s gifts. Review our Covenant Guidelines.

Read more on the experience, structure and participation of Group Spiritual Direction in FAQ below or download Introduction to Group Spiritual Direction document. 

The intimacy of this sacred trust can form a beautiful bond and reveal God’s love from so many more dimensions than we might have experienced alone. We are connected.

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We cannot discern and carve out shared destinies in isolation.

- Barbara Holmes 

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What have others experienced through Group Spiritual Direction? 

• A shared experience of common ground 

• A deepening relationship with God and other spiritual friends

• Encouragement in, discernment towards, and confirmation of new directions

• Inner peace through healing, renewal, restoration

• Increased grace to offer and receive forgiveness 

• Release from shame and intolerant peer expectations

• Confirmation of belonging as God’s Beloved

• Exploring past pain in a safe environment

• Unexpected blessings and transformations

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My background in leading groups: 

Through  extensive education and experience with groups, God has prepared me to facilitate with competence, creativity, and compassion.

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Several experiences in my life have honed and developed my expertise, including master and doctoral studies, research, training in group spiritual direction, and opportunities for structuring and nurturing brave, caring spaces.   

My work with groups centers on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; I have been trained in Group Spiritual Direction, Courageous Conversations, Difficult Conversations, Restorative Circles and Colossians Way curriculum.