Hence, rabbis, ministers, imams and others were soon working together in the interests of bringing compassion, healing and spiritual meaning into the world, rather than acting in some sort of competition. The common purpose of each faith, as well as the typically shared principal teachings quickly became apparent to them (even if expressed in different ways and using different stories and metaphors). Whilst it's developed its purpose well beyond this now, the seminary that offered my ministry training, the One Spirit Interfaith Foundation, began as a group of leaders from different faith traditions (Judaism, Christian, Hindu and others), who wanted to start exploring the boundaries of their own faiths by learning about the beliefs of others. Interfaith means different things to different people. It's about having an awareness of our sacredness, or being "spiritual" beings, rather than being religious or having any particular belief. Interfaith recognises that we are all of "one spirit", whether we have a particular faith or not. I’m sure that mine will continue to grow, as I learn and enjoy the privilege of sharing myself with many different people through the important moments in their lives. Ministry is always changing, just as life is always changing. The same is true in spiritual counselling, although this always involves being open to however the conversation feels led, to not following a pre-decided agenda. Where creating ceremony is concerned, I will work with whatever my client(s) want – what is personal and right for them. Featuring a live performance by Leah Coloff and a guided meditation by Luis Gil. But of course, I often falter in remembering this, and very easily drop back into my independent silo. ‘Come on God, let’s enjoy this together!’ is my motto. I like to talk to (my) God as a companion with whom I share my life – to be, as much as I’m able, Her/His eyes, ears, voice, hands and feet in the particular neck of the woods where I’m led. This is the prayer that I make every day as I end my morning meditation: Lord, what will you have me do today? Where will you have me go? What will you have me say? And to whom? I believe that, if I’m sufficiently open and willing, the Divine can breathe through me. I also try not to go where it doesn’t feel right for me to venture, even if at times, this might seem like refusing a requested favour. Incorporating the Interfaith Seminary and. In ministry terms, whatever, wherever, and for whoever it seems right for me to do, I aim to do. One Spirit Interfaith Foundation is inclusive, embracing the universal truth at the heart of all spiritual traditions. OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation joins in the awakening of an inclusive global spirituality, in ourselves and in. Right now, I have no permanent home, but aim to go where I feel led, currently mainly splitting my time between Brighton and Essex, but not being limited to offering services here, nor just in the UK. I’m a traveller by nature and so have an itinerant ministry that doesn't tie me to a particular area.
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