1.Why did you get involved with CtH?

I met Thomas and Gabrielle while visiting another UCC Church in Portland, looking for a new church home. They loved a story I shared with the church and reached out to me directly after the service.  Thomas made some observations that led to a discussion about healing. I participated in a healing exercise called Body Electronics, and noticed immediate an remarkable improvement. My first experience of BE was in 1999, and I have been a member since that time. 

2. What does CtH mean to you?

Christ the Healer is a grace-filled and nurturing voice on my journey to grow myself. I have always experienced unconditional love in this group with shared wisdom and knowledge. I am always learning in wide variety of topics – spirituality, meditation, living in grace, healthy eating and living, steps to physical regeneration, regenerative agriculture for health and food security, leadership, and giving back.

Connected to a widely diverse clan creates a balanced collective. The fact that we are all dedicated to personal and planetary healing and unified consciousness creates a collective strength that is empowering. I’m always encouraged through gentleness toward greater forgiveness and compassion. I have ample opportunities to practice embodied grace. I continue to stumble…into perfect love…over and over again.

3. As a covenanted member, would you mind telling us how this process has helped you grow spiritually? And, why do you feel it’s important to grow spiritually?

When creating a covenant, your annual spiritual growth commitment, you are not conforming to a dogma or specific set of beliefs. The covenant is between you and God, and you set spiritual goals based on your unique personal experience. There are no right or wrong answers, only dedication to spiritual  growth – however that may look.

If we can seek to better understand ourselves, love ourselves, and forgive ourselves, this love and care pours out into the world. It’s certainly an improvement over “self protection” where we make other  “wrong”, we have to be “right”, and then everyone suffers.

Together, we share our solo journeys and continue to become more. I count it an honor to grow together with my CtH friends for over 20 years. Are there patterns you repeat that you wish to change? 

4. Is there anything specific you wish to offer new community members who want to grow with us?

CtH Activities are not for spectators, but rather participants. If you are looking for a new spiritual community, I would suggest finding an upcoming event of interest to you. We have plenty of opportunities to deepen our walk with God, ourselves and other, and our practices and projects are based on immersion and participation. We take responsibility for our own spiritual growth and we seek to become our own leaders. This is the MOST holistic approach to growth. CtH is continually changing because our founders love to experiment with new thought forms and thought leadership – we see what inspiration develops.

While we joke and call ourselves ‘ a merry band of misfits’, because our personalities are all very different, we are deeply loving, spiritually grounded individuals. Not sure which program or event is right for you, just reach out to me through the web form and we can talk about it!

5. How the Compass of Grace Teachings have helped you move into a state of grace with yourself, your relationships and/or the world around you?

The Compass of Grace teachings help me to notice when I hold energy, or when I’m in resistance to any number of experiences, then shift at will into a grace-filled state of being. I learn to use breathwork to monitor my state of being, and get to practice listening in a state of grace through the monthly group known as F.I.G, or Friends in Grace. 

6. How your life has improved or changed as a result of engaging with the CtH leaders and members, or engaging in spiritual and healthy living practices?

As a type A personality, I can be a whirlwind of energy, moving quickly through experience. I learn new ways into stillness of being and internal listening which shifts my attention from external focus to internal focus. It’s made a world of difference for me. The Body Electronics processes have resulted in miracles for body and heart. I’m also becoming a better leader and listener, through practicing the change I want to become first, then inviting others to participate in the same. We call this waking up, cleaning up, growing up, and showing up.

7. Please tell us a little about yourself, personal interests, and how you serve the CtH Community?

I manage the communications for CtH, including websites and email communication. I handle event coordination too. I enjoy the outdoors, love to hike, I enjoy playing guitar and creating music. 

8. What is your leadership role in Christ the Healer?

I am on the Leadership Committee and am currently serving as Secretary. I support others in their growth within our community.  We hope to see you soon!