Grafted Life Ministries

Rick Mastroianni

Laurel, MD, United States

My spiritual direction practice involves ushering people into the presence of the God who loves us and delights in us more...

About Me

My spiritual direction practice involves ushering people into the presence of the God who loves us and delights in us more than we can possibly fathom. I enjoy meeting people where they are and accompanying them on a journey to deeper intimacy with God and union with Jesus Christ. I received a certificate in spiritual direction from Larry Crabb's New Way School of Spiritual Direction in 2018. I'm among a group of spiritual directors with Coracle, a spiritual formation ministry based in the Washington, D.C. area. I also serve as an elder with Bethany Community Church, a non-denominational church my wife and I helped start in 1986, in Laurel, MD. My wife and I love to offer hospitality and spiritual care especially to weary leaders. We enjoy spending time with our son Andrew and his wife, Amy who live nearby.

Contact

Phone: 3019060015

Website: https://inthecoracle.org/spiritual-direction/

Email: rmastroianni@comcast.net

Prefer Contact By: Email or text

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Donna Maukonen

Sanford, FL, United States

Welcome! My name is Donna Maukonen, and as a coach and spiritual director, I'm glad you've come here. My vision for...

About Me

Welcome! My name is Donna Maukonen, and as a coach and spiritual director, I'm glad you've come here. My vision for Living Selah is to provide services dedicated to the practice of soul companioning and coaching, supporting my clients to facilitate growth, thriving, healing, and wholeness.

I’m a graduate of the Audire program for spiritual direction and a member of ESDA.
I am a graduate of CRM’s Coaching Mastery Program and am pursuing ICF ACC credentials.
I attend a credally orthodox, non-denominational church.
I graduated from Ethnos360 Bible Institute.
I have a BA from the University of Central Florida (Interdisciplinary/Liberal Arts: Fine Art and Computer Programming, English Writing minor).
I am a curious creative who enjoys making art with things and words.
I write a blog at my website, Living Selah.
I'm passionate about helping people discover and live fully into their true selves.
I'm a personality geek who loves learning and talking about the MBTI, Enneagram, Strengths Finder and #alltheways of understanding the mystery of who we are.
I love creating photo/text graphics of quotes and scripture that I share on Instagram.

Contact

Phone: 407-302-8081

Website: https://www.livingselah.com/

Email: donna@livingselah.com

Prefer Contact By: Whichever you prefer!

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Specialties

Works with...

students

full time ministry

pastors

leaders

nones

missionaries

spiritually wounded

career transitioning

grieving

aging

Expertise in...

Contemplative practices

trauma

grief

discernment

creativity

art

Myers-Briggs

Enneagram

dark night

life compass

writing

Jessica May

Miami, FL, United States

My experience has mostly been with college and graduate students at Biola University where I completed my Spiritual Direction training and...

About Me

My experience has mostly been with college and graduate students at Biola University where I completed my Spiritual Direction training and supervision at the Institute of Spiritual Formation in 2017. I've since moved to the Miami area and offer spiritual direction to ladies in leadership at much church and ready to take on more individual directees again in this season of my ministry (virtual or in person).

My desire is to walk alongside those who want to better understand the hard places they have found themselves in life or within their walks with Jesus. I have experience working in various kinds of church ministries outside of spiritual direction including hospitality, children's ministry, high school ministry and leading adult small groups. I have come to notice that in each ministry setting I've been drawn to hearing people's stories and understanding their journeys with God through the joyful and sorrowful times. It is an honor to be with people in their places of grief, sorrow and pain just as much as it is to walk alongside those who are in a lighter time of life or celebrating what God is doing.

I am very drawn to those "cradle Christians" or long time believers who have grown up in the church and are finding themselves having questions about their belief in God, maybe for the first time. I understand this to be a challenging place and spiritual direction offers a welcoming space for questions and strong emotions towards God. I really enjoy entering into those places with others.

Contact

Phone: 9492018180

Email: jessicamay.spiritualdirection@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

college students

young married

working professionals

female leaders in church

Carol Mayberry

Colorado Springs, CO, United States

My longing is to grow in deeper intimacy with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and to walk alongside others, encouraging...

About Me

My longing is to grow in deeper intimacy with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and to walk alongside others, encouraging them to see how the Trinity is present in all of life. After retiring from a career in education, I completed my training for spiritual direction through Christos Center (in 2020). Since then I have been practicing spiritual direction. I am particularly passionate about Ignatian Spirituality and have offered The Ignatian Spiritual Exercises in retreat, group and individual formats.

My husband Peter and I have been married since 1980 and have three grown children and ten grandchildren. Our broader family includes adopted children as well as a blended family. I enjoy learning, the arts, the outdoors and gathering small groups of people in creative ways that allow them to connect at deeper levels.

I welcome hearing from you so we can prayerfully discern if the Lord would have us journey with one another for this next season of your life.

Contact

Phone: 7199301883

Email: cdmayberry@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Expertise in...

Ignatian Spirituality

Myers-Briggs

Listening healing prayer

Joy McAuley

Nashville TN, USA, TN, United States

Years ago while living in France, God used the Ignatian Exercises to transform my heart and life in ways I hadn’t...

About Me

Years ago while living in France, God used the Ignatian Exercises to transform my heart and life in ways I hadn’t realized were possible. With that transformation he also gave me a passion for walking alongside others in the journey of transformation. I completed my spiritual direction training, ISCAS, through a French organization, Compagnons de Route. After living in France for 17 years, our family moved to Nashville. Thanks to Zoom, I’m able to continue spiritual direction with people both in Europe and the United States. Please email me if you'd like to schedule a free introductory session.

Contact

Email: joynikemcauley@gmail.com

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

Couples

Moms

Missionaries

Pastor

Ministry Leaders

Expertise in...

Ignatian spirituality

Discernement

Cross-cultural

Life coach

Shelley McBride

Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Friendship with Jesus is the greatest gift of my life, and walking alongside others in their spiritual journey is another of...

About Me

Friendship with Jesus is the greatest gift of my life, and walking alongside others in their spiritual journey is another of life’s great gifts, including practicing spiritual direction! Spiritual direction is a form of spiritual friendship or companionship. It is conversations between two folks, where we can seek the presence and work of God together. In direction, I seek to create a safe, sacred space for us to tell stories of God, His love, and life experiences. This often includes Scripture, prayer, silence, spiritual practices, and curiosity about God, and his work and presence in your life.

I’ve lived in Colorado for 20 years, a great place to enjoy hiking, biking, and creation beauty! I’m married to Charlie, and we love sharing life with our adult kids and 5 grandkids. We currently worship at an Anglican church, but have worshiped in many Christian traditions over the years. I serve as a spiritual director in different arenas: for individuals, groups, and with folks living on the margins of poverty in our city. I also accompany people through the Ignatian Exercises, a very unique and intimate year long journey with God.

I received a Certificate of Spiritual Direction from the Benet Hill Monastery in 2014, and completed training from the Larry Crabb School of Spiritual Direction later that year. I also grew greatly in the Renovare Institute, and have completed training for soul care with people on the margins, and in Ignatian spirituality. I meet for hour-long spiritual direction sessions in person and via Zoom or Facetime. Please contact me by email or phone if you would like to explore spiritual direction.

Contact

Phone: (719) 337-6666 (cell)

Email: shelleymcbride88@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: email or phone

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

All those who seek to draw closer to God

including church and ministry leaders

missionaries

people who serve marginalized populations

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

contemplative prayer

enneagram

spiritual practices

and Ignatian Exercises

Eldon McBride

Surrey, BC, Canada

My journey toward the ministry of spiritual direction followed an unexpected path. I am a professional vocal accompanist, choir director, and...

About Me

My journey toward the ministry of spiritual direction followed an unexpected path. I am a professional vocal accompanist, choir director, and a former pastor of music ministries at Christian & Missionary Alliance churches in Toronto and Vancouver. While focusing my attention on music for over thirty years, I developed a growing passion for mentoring and discipleship ministries. God led me to explore these passions by participating in the discipleship program offered by Journey Canada. A few years later, I obtained a Certificate in Spiritual Direction from the Emmaus Formation Centre. I am now practicing my accompanist’s skills of concentrated listening and perceptivity by companioning with men who desire spiritual direction. As we meet together in the presence of the Holy Spirit, we seek to hear the voice of God and discern how He is at work in the directee’s life. My perspective is trinitarian and steadfastly Christ-centered, and I rely on the unified witness of scripture, church tradition, reason, and experience in my discernment process. My primary interest is focused on those who are impacted by LGBTQ issues, but I am willing to meet with anyone who desires to grow in his relationship with Jesus.

Contact

Email: eldonmcbride@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

men

pastors or church leaders

worship pastors

musicians

single men

Expertise in...

LGBTQ issues

sexuality

men's spirituality

music

creative arts

pastoral ministry

grief and loss

Rob McCord

McCordsville, IN, United States

I've been a pastor since the mid-90s and was a seminary professor for over a decade, but it is as a...

About Me

I've been a pastor since the mid-90s and was a seminary professor for over a decade, but it is as a spiritual director that I especially get to enjoy seeing people draw near to Christ and grow in Him. I delight in walking alongside others, reminding them just how completely God loves them, and helping them discern the story God is telling through their lives.

Contact

Phone: 3177104427

Website: robmccord.com

Email: hello@robmccord.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

pastors

ministers

leaders

ministry leaders

missionaries

professors

Bonnie McCulley

Phoenix, ,

You have the key to unlock the door to your heart and make your home within your soul. The soul has...

About Me

You have the key to unlock the door to your heart and make your home within your soul. The soul has the power to unlock the door to your purpose and plan for your life. The soul has the power to nourish itself and unlock areas of healing: emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically.
The soul is the truth of who you are. I am a Soul Illuminator with 30+ years experience in holistic care for the mind, body and spirit. As a chaplain in healthcare and hospice, a spiritual counselor and coach, and an integrative energy healer, I offer you a GUIDING LIGHT to awaken, enlighten and accelerate your soul’s healing and transformation. Radiate your light in new ways that will bring forth peace, gratitude, freedom and blessings in all aspects of your life. Embrace the Holy, and move into clarity, confidence and excitement about the next chapter in your life through the art of discernment. My expertise is in listening to the soul, throughout personal and professional life transitions – including times of illness, grief/loss, trauma/crisis, or the search for meaning and purpose. Also, in times of spiritual seeking, questioning and exploring life’s calling. Be the light.

Contact

Phone: 6028033345

Website: https://www.yoursacredpower.com

Email: bonnie@yoursacredpower.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

adult men and women

illness

terminally ill

healing professionals

Expertise in...

Ignatian

Carmelite

Franciscan

Lectio Divina

women's spirituality

trauma or grief

mind-body-spirit connection

spiritual wellness coach

dark night

Richard McDaniel

Olympia, WA, United States

In 2013 Rick retired from 20 years of pastoring and church planting. He discovered the art of Spiritual Direction and took...

About Me

In 2013 Rick retired from 20 years of pastoring and church planting. He discovered the art of Spiritual Direction and took a 2-year certificate program that he completed in 2015. Rick and his wife Chris were married for 50 years. Chris passed away in April 2020. Together they have two children and have 5 grandchildren. During Spiritual Director training Rick started on a personal contemplative life path. Practicing contemplative exercise and doing extensive inner work.

Rick’s two specialties in his Spiritual Direction practice are; 1. Helping others learn how to discern what God is doing in their life today. 2. Helping couples grow in their acceptance, appreciation, intimacy, and joy in their relationship with each other through the use of the enneagram. The first session is always complementary.

Contact

Phone: 3604613375

Website: calmwaters-sd.com

Email: calmwaters.sd@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Individuals

Couples

Groups

Expertise in...

The Enneagram for individuals and couples

Sylvia McGuire

Colorado Springs, CO, United States

I am a lover of beauty, as experienced in the various seasons of my life as a graphic artist, watercolor artist...

About Me

I am a lover of beauty, as experienced in the various seasons of my life as a graphic artist, watercolor artist, musician, and all-around-“creative”. I enjoy cooking (especially with others!), fine dining, hiking, adventure and travel. I’ve been involved in ministry in eastern Asia and lived in Alaska, Eastern Europe, and Scandinavia. But most importantly, I am passionate about journeying alongside others in our mutual discovery of our Belovedness in the heart of God. The first time I received spiritual direction I didn’t even know there was such a thing, and I balked at the term “direction”. But I found it, more than any other prayer ministry or counseling I’d received in the past, to be respectful of my own heart’s ability to hear God. And thus began the great adventure!

As a grandma in her 70's, I've been married to the love of my life for well over half of those years. We raised our two children in Alaska, and now we live in the sunnier climes of the Front Range of the Rockies in Colorado Springs. My husband and I love to practice hospitality in our home, and so the idea that there is a spacious hospitality offered to us in the presence of God is near to my heart. As such, I see spiritual direction as a holy invitation extended by God, inviting us to a spacious time and place in our hearts and souls.

I offer retreats, designed to be reflective and restful, in my home, on Zoom, or wherever in the world I’m invited. (I especially enjoy collaborating with other spiritual directors.) I offer intentionality on contemplative creativity. I especially love leading others through The Ignatian Exercises, and the deep dive into God's grace they offer.

I would consider it a sacred honor and privilege to journey along with you, wherever you are in your spiritual journey. Perhaps you have been experiencing a fresh hunger for God. Perhaps you are seeking discernment as you head into life-direction decisions, or you desire a spiritual companion to help you stay on track with God in the day-to-day stresses of life. Whatever your situation, choosing to enter into a relationship of spiritual direction can be life-giving.

I have completed a 2-year certificate program of spiritual direction through Leadership Transformations, Inc. SELAH. I have also received certificates to coach the Enneagram and I offer the Ignatian Exercises, a 9-month "retreat in everyday life".

I am available to meet with you in person in my home art studio and Zoom. https://sylviamcguireblog.wordpress.com

At this time I'm meeting with fewer directees, but am open to meeting you and referring you to a director.

Contact

Phone: (719) 272-1458

Website: https://sylviamcguireblog.wordpress.com

Email: aksylvia@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Creatives

Missionaries

Pastors and church leaders

Expertise in...

Lectio Divina

Ignatian Exercises

Creativity

Art

Enneagram

Spiritual Disciplines

Contemplative practices

Sarah McHale

Los Angeles, CA, United States

I was born and raised in Seattle, WA, and have lived in Los Angeles, CA for most of my adult life...

About Me

I was born and raised in Seattle, WA, and have lived in Los Angeles, CA for most of my adult life. I am a wife and mother to two teenage boys and have devoted the last 17 years to raising them. My eldest son is autistic and homeschooled and his way of moving in the world has deeply informed my spiritual journey. Yoga, meditation, therapy, centering prayer, silent retreats, collage, painting, beachcombing, and hiking are pathways that have further helped guide me in this journey. As a Spiritual Director, I seek to serve as a companion, offering another set of ears to listen for God’s moving in someone's heart and soul. I hope to walk with others in their spiritual journey as they seek the Holy mystery and yearn to live more deeply and meaningfully in the midst of the joys and sorrows encountered along the way. I will sometimes use creativity (collage, poetry, painting, art journaling) and movement to access what feels inaccessible or unknowable within us, seeking to hear what, where, and how the Holy Spirit is prompting.

I received a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Washington (Seattle, Wa), studied Interior Design at UCLA Extension (Los Angeles, CA), studied Mindfulness with Mindful Schools, and completed Spiritual Direction training with Nuos Formation (San Francisco, CA).

Contact

Phone: 3233566135

Email: sarah@sarahmchale.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

youth

parents

married couples

disabled persons

marginalized

Expertise in...

women's spirituality

grief

creativity

art

body-spirit connection

Abbey McKay

Tustin, CA, United States

I have had the privilege to train as a Spiritual Director at Talbot's Institute of Spiritual Formation, where I graduated with...

About Me

I have had the privilege to train as a Spiritual Director at Talbot's Institute of Spiritual Formation, where I graduated with a degree in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care. Beyond that, I have experience as a prayer pastor at a local church and have found myself drawn to the intricacies of a prayer life, and how each individuals unique spiritual life can influence ones approach to prayer and relationship with God. I find immense joy in accompanying individuals on their unique journeys of self-discovery and spiritual growth through Spiritual Direction, spiritual practices, and guided retreats.

Throughout my time as a Spiritual Director, I've had the privilege of working closely with individuals grappling with profound questions of faith, experiencing a disconnect from God, and seeking a safe haven to process the challenges associated with nurturing a relationship with God through prayer. I understand that the path of faith can be riddled with uncertainties and hardships, and my heart's desire is to craft a safe space where people can freely express their struggles and joys in their life's journey with Jesus. My expertise extends to guiding others through prayer experiences, crafting personalized prayer and retreat plans tailored to individual spiritual needs, and integrating these elements into my role as a Spiritual Director.

Contact

Website: abbeymckay.com

Email: abbeymckay7@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: Email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

women

pastors

ministry leaders

young adults

those questioning their faith

Expertise in...

contemplative prayer

imaginative prayer

enneagram

dark night

spiritual practices

silence and solitude

retreat

lectio divina

anxiety

depression

Melissa McKinney

St. Louis, MO, United States

I first heard about Spiritual Direction at Covenant Theological Seminary where I was studying to get a Masters of Divinity and...

About Me

I first heard about Spiritual Direction at Covenant Theological Seminary where I was studying to get a Masters of Divinity and a Masters in Educational Ministries. After ten years of serving in campus ministry my heart craved this kind of space and I dove right in, first meeting with my own director, then seeking out certification to start my own practice. I love hospitality and see Spiritual Direction as a way to host. You may not know what to bring, why exactly you are evening reaching out, but all you have to do is respond to God's invitation to come and meet with him. I enjoy cultivating space for people to do just that. Because of my own journey of growing up overseas as a missionary kid and time serving in campus ministry I have a passion for serving people in ministry both overseas and stateside.

I also have a passion for experiencing God through art and love creating space for others to do the same. Part of my spiritual direction practice is hosting Art Encounters with a friend. We create space to observe a piece of art (paintings for now), make meaning, and then we go into a guided time that is similar to Visio Divina, all over delicious food and in a beautiful space! It has been a joy to see artsy people all the way to people who have no idea what to do with art, discover that Jesus can use art to shape us spiritually and connect with us.

Contact

Website: https://www.melissa-mckinney.com

Prefer Contact By: My website

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

english

Specialties

Works with...

Seminary students

Pastors or ministry/church leaders

missionaries

students

young adults

campus ministry staff

those struggling with doubt

anyone wanting to grow in their love for Jesus

Expertise in...

Third-culture

theology

art & spiritual formation

psychology and faith integration

care and support for those serving in ministry

Beth McQueen

Dayton, PA, United States

I recently received my certification in Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction through a two year program with Healing Care Ministries International...

About Me

I recently received my certification in Spiritual Formation and Spiritual Direction through a two year program with Healing Care Ministries International. It is holy privilege to create unhurried space for others to share their spiritual journeys with God and develop a close, intimate dialogue with Jesus through direct experiences. I also hold a certificate in Formational Prayer through HCMI. I have learned how to position others for healing using the structures of healing and fully relying on the ministry role of the Holy Spirit. My husband is a pastor in the United Methodist Church. I have a tender spot in my heart for other clergy spouses.

Contact

Phone: (814) 525-9341

Email: bethmcqueen61@gmail.com

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

clergy spouses

and missionaries

Expertise in...

Formational Prayer

Kelly McSwain

Johns Creek, GA, GA, United States

It is my dearest privilege to witness a sojourner's sacred walk with the Lord. I consider it an honor to facilitate...

About Me

It is my dearest privilege to witness a sojourner's sacred walk with the Lord. I consider it an honor to facilitate space for another to explore their prayer life and relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. I offer my listening ear with compassion and acceptance. My desire is for God's beloved children to walk in freedom and awareness of how very much they are loved.

Contact

Phone: 404-732-4781

Email: kellyraemcswain@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

Mary Meirink

Weldon Spring, MO, United States

I offer Christ centered Spiritual Direction. I serve full-time as an Associate Chaplain in Senior Living and facilitate retreats with a...

About Me

I offer Christ centered Spiritual Direction. I serve full-time as an Associate Chaplain in Senior Living and facilitate retreats with a team of women from churches in the St. Louis area. I am intrigued by discovering God's presence when He appears to be invisible. Simple pleasures are the best! As far as education goes, I earned an Honorary Ph.D from the School of Hard Knocks in Finding Beauty in Ashes. I completed a certificate in Spiritual Formation & Soul Care through The Soul Shepherding Institute, a MA in Counseling from Saint Louis University, and four units of Clinical Pastoral Education. I am a licensed minister with Open Bible Churches. A few of my hobbies are writing, amateur photography, singing and playing guitar, and a Bernadoodle puppy named, Rosie!

Contact

Website: hopeconversations.org

Email: mary@hopeconversations.org

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: NO

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

Specialties

Works with...

women

pastors and church leaders

disabled persons

elderly or aging persons

terminally ill

Expertise in...

women's spirituality

grief

creativity

music

dark night of the soul

spiritual abuse

finding joy

spiritual disciplines

Julie Meissner

Cypress, TX, United States

Julie's passion is offering a sacred listening space and holistic care for fellow companions on their sacred journeys. For over 2...

About Me

Julie's passion is offering a sacred listening space and holistic care for fellow companions on their sacred journeys. For over 20 years, Julie has been teaching, speaking, leading retreats, facilitating small groups, leading organizational teams, mentoring, writing, offering spiritual direction, and providing soul care for individuals and groups.

Julie is currently pursuing her Master of Arts in Theology and Ministry from Fuller Theological Seminary and has earned her Health Coaching Certification from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition to compliment her training as a spiritual director. She is the Founding Director of Incarnational Wellness and co-founder and Partnership Development Director for Abba's House of Welcome for refugee women and their children.

Julie's main roles are wife, mom, friend, spiritual director, wellness advocate, and refugee mom. She enjoys life on a small farm on the church property where her husband pastors LifeBridge Church and leads the refugee ministry with their family and menagerie of animals in Cypress, TX.

Contact

Phone: 832-628-4200

Website: https://www.incarnationalwellness.org

Email: julie@incarnationalwellness.org

Prefer Contact By: email

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Specialties

Works with...

Women

ministry leaders

lay leaders

missionaries

students

faculty

women in ministry

women suffering trauma or chronic illness

Expertise in...

Holistic wellbeing

Lectio Divina

Visio Divina

guided retreats

women's spirituality

Rule of Life

creativity

art

spiritual seasons

Laurie Mellinger

Lancaster, PA, United States

I find great joy in walking with others who seek to notice and respond to the call of Jesus toward life...

About Me

I find great joy in walking with others who seek to notice and respond to the call of Jesus toward life and wholeness. We experience joys and sorrows, growth and diminishment, light and darkness… and the Three-in-One God calls us, woos us, and teaches us through all of these. I am a teacher and an encourager; I’m passionate about loving relationship with God, vulnerability and service with other followers of Christ, and winsome engagement with those who do not yet know the One who draws them. Also, I have walked through deep valleys (loved ones suffering mental and physical illness and cognitive decline; a difficult marriage; the deaths of dear friends and family members), so can empathize with others who suffer, being with them in the light of grace and truth until we emerge offering wisdom and compassion for others.

I’ve offered spiritual direction since 1998, and have been supervising directors since 2009. I love meeting new people for prayer and discernment about working together. I earned a master’s degree in theology from Evangelical Seminary and a Ph.D. in Christian spirituality from The Catholic University of America. As one of the professors at Kairos University, I've taught theology, spiritual formation, and spiritual direction, and have also taught/supervised beginning spiritual directors through the (former) Evangelical Seminary, the (former) Kairos School of Spiritual Formation (in Lancaster, PA) and at Kairos University's Listening People to Life program. I’ve served in staff and pastoral positions in independent churches and Mennonite churches (I am ordained to ministry by Lancaster Mennonite Conference), and spent years as a piano teacher and worship leader. I offer retreats and workshops on prayer and other spiritual practices, trauma and healing, stress and resilience, and other topics. I practice direction in Lancaster, PA, as well as via phone, Zoom, and other platforms.

Contact

Phone: (717) 471-6970 (cell)

Website: https://www.listeningforlight.com

Email: laurieamellinger@gmail.com

Prefer Contact By: e-mail

Available For

In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: YES

Retreat Leading: YES

Languages Spoken

English

Spanish

Specialties

Works with...

Pastors

Leaders

Missionaries

Therapists

Spiritual Directors

Students

Professors

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Lauren Mendoza

La Mirada, CA, United States

It is an honor to offer spiritual direction because I have been so blessed with the gift of it in my...

About Me

It is an honor to offer spiritual direction because I have been so blessed with the gift of it in my own life. In spiritual direction, you’ll find a safe and welcoming place to pause and explore your experiences and feelings in light of God’s love for you. I pray it is a place to deepen your connection with God and yourself.

I graduated from the Institute for Spiritual Formation at Talbot Theological Seminary with a M.A. in Spiritual Formation and Soul Care in May 2017.

I am passionate about the intersection of trauma, spirituality, and mental health. Believing we are body, soul, and spirit, I use an embodied and trauma informed approach to spiritual direction. I am currently working toward my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) after having served 10 years with a non profit foundation dedicated to resourcing the Church with mental health support. It would be a privilege to journey with you through spiritual direction.

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Email: lauren.m.mendoza@biola.edu

Prefer Contact By: e-mail

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In-person Direction: YES

Tele-Direction: YES

Group Direction: NO

Retreat Leading: NO

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