In 2017, my life changed drastically when a small voice from within told me that I should be a hospital chaplain. I had never encountered a hospital chaplain before, nor did I have much context for what they did, but a quick online search confirmed that it was exactly the kind of meaningful work I wanted to do. Within a month, I quit my job as an elementary teacher and enrolled in seminary full-time.

As a seminary student, I was the student leader of chapel, planning weekly services with a small team for our seminary community. I deconstructed my theological beliefs, finding myself with more questions than answers about religion and spirituality. I wrote my first sermons and was introduced to yoga, the gateway to my healing journey. I also completed my first chaplain internship at a Level 1 Trauma Center, and I was certain I discovered what I was called to do: to support and care for people, especially in times of great distress.

I graduated from seminary and continued with my hospital chaplain education at the beginning of the pandemic, a time when chaplains were desperately needed. I learned and unlearned a great deal about God, others, and myself that year, and I longed to (un)learn and experience more.

Since 2019, I have served as a hospital chaplain and committed myself to my inner work toward healing, liberation, and individuation. This included working with spiritual directors, which led me to earn a spiritual direction certification, as well as completing over 600 hours of yoga teacher trainings. It is my hope to use my gifts and training outside the hospital walls as a chaplain, spiritual companion, and yoga teacher, accompanying people and pets through their own spiritual and healing journeys.

I currently live in the woods of West Michigan with my husband, two dogs, and seven feral-ish cats. I absolutely love exploring new places, learning from wise souls, paddle boarding, practicing yoga, engaging in heartfelt conversations, and sharing food.