I am a spiritual director in the Christian tradition. I grew up in the San Francisco Bay area and come to Alaska by way of sojourns in Oregon, Mississippi, and Colorado. I received my Spiritual Direction training at North Park Theological Seminary in Chicago and earned a graduate diploma in Christian Studies from Regent College in Vancouver, BC. I am also a certified city planner and recently retired from a secular career in community planning and development. Above all, Spiritual Direction is a ministry of holy listening. My role is to offer you an oasis in time, to come away from the busyness of your day-to-day life, to listen deeply to you – without judgment – and to help you notice and reflect on the presence and activity of God in your life. Long before my faith journey led me to Christ in college, I came to know the Creator in the natural world. I continue to relish outdoor activities – sea kayaking, Nordic skiing, and walking at a pace that fosters listening and reflection. I offer sessions in person at Community Covenant Church in Eagle River, Alaska, and see people living elsewhere in Alaska or the Lower 48 by Zoom. I also guide spiritual practices workshops and retreats.