Why the name "extraverted contemplative"? I'm an extravert, for sure. I've known that pretty much all my life. I love surrounding myself with friends and family, gaining energy by being with people. As for contemplative, that part doesn't come naturally. I am learning more and more to embrace being in solitude and quiet while learning to pray in ways that tap into my intuitive side.
Teach. Encourage. Listen. Create. Betrothed. Those are five words that have been significant in what I feel God has called me to do and be. When I'm not teaching French to Grade 8 students, I am a spiritual director and worship leader. I love people and in particular, the Church, and am passionate about seeing people be all they were created to be in Christ. I enjoy walking alongside people in their spiritual journey in an intentional way, in addition to leading prayer retreats and facilitating small groups. I relish any and all opportunities to pray with others.
I completed my Master’s of Theological Studies from Tyndale seminary (2010) and also have my Certification in Spiritual Direction (2012). I used to work part-time in corporate training in the private sector for 10 years, helping to facilitate leadership and team-building events.
I live in the small, beautiful town of Elmira, Ontario with my husband since 1988, Gord. Our family has been growing! Sam married his lovely gal Jorja a few years back, Breanna married gentle Zach this year and our youngest son, Nate is the only kid of ours still living at home. Oh, and cannot forget our cute, but often temperamental and needy dog, Cooper. We love worshipping at WMB Church in Waterloo and resonate deeply with its Anabaptist roots and theology.
Other miscellaneous facts. I love to garden and am a self-proclaimed book, coffee and wine snob. I try to engage with Scripture and pray each day. I carve out time for regular mini and longer personal retreats to stay connected to Jesus. I love working out with a bunch of gals at the local fitness shed, I run (more like jog) a few times a week and walk on our nearby trail to soak in nature and chat with Jesus while I walk. I love life, laughter (especially at myself) and a colourful sunset when I'm somewhere with a view.
Teach. Encourage. Listen. Create. Betrothed. Those are five words that have been significant in what I feel God has called me to do and be. When I'm not teaching French to Grade 8 students, I am a spiritual director and worship leader. I love people and in particular, the Church, and am passionate about seeing people be all they were created to be in Christ. I enjoy walking alongside people in their spiritual journey in an intentional way, in addition to leading prayer retreats and facilitating small groups. I relish any and all opportunities to pray with others.
I completed my Master’s of Theological Studies from Tyndale seminary (2010) and also have my Certification in Spiritual Direction (2012). I used to work part-time in corporate training in the private sector for 10 years, helping to facilitate leadership and team-building events.
I live in the small, beautiful town of Elmira, Ontario with my husband since 1988, Gord. Our family has been growing! Sam married his lovely gal Jorja a few years back, Breanna married gentle Zach this year and our youngest son, Nate is the only kid of ours still living at home. Oh, and cannot forget our cute, but often temperamental and needy dog, Cooper. We love worshipping at WMB Church in Waterloo and resonate deeply with its Anabaptist roots and theology.
Other miscellaneous facts. I love to garden and am a self-proclaimed book, coffee and wine snob. I try to engage with Scripture and pray each day. I carve out time for regular mini and longer personal retreats to stay connected to Jesus. I love working out with a bunch of gals at the local fitness shed, I run (more like jog) a few times a week and walk on our nearby trail to soak in nature and chat with Jesus while I walk. I love life, laughter (especially at myself) and a colourful sunset when I'm somewhere with a view.