I first felt the attraction/call to spiritual direction ministry around the time I was training in social work (1998-1999). However, much maturing was needed before this aligned with reality. Training eventually emerged through my own spiritual director and I participated in a four year program (2011-2014) here in Newcastle. I have since maintained a small practice alongside other life commitments. Spiritual direction training has sparked opportunities to facilitate workshops and retreats in spirituality to the general public, workplaces, churches and spiritual communities locally. As a long-time member of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) I am also involved in co-facilitating a year-long spiritual deepening program, Food for the Soul, through the Silver Wattle Quaker Centre on Ngunnawal/Ngambri Country. I am grateful, delighted and enriched by these opportunities to accompany others into the Divine Heart.
Favourite Scripture: “Luke 24.13-35 (Road to Emmaus)
Favourite Book: ‘The Mountain behind the Mountain’ by Noel Dermot O’Donoghue
Favourite Movie: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy
Memorable Moment: My moment is a pilgrimage to a Glendalough earlier this year. Glendalough is a spiritual and natural wonderland. To walk this sacred site over a period of a week was to be filled with its ancient presence, aliveness and hope.
