Seminary Guides
Welcome seminarian! Congratulations on answering the call! Now, you must select a Seminary Guide to accompany you on the journey.
What is a Seminary Guide?
A Seminary Guide in the Tree of Life Seminary Program is an ordained Tree of Life Interfaith Minister and a Certified Spiritual Mentor from a Tree of Life Interfaith Temple sponsored program or from another professional program as approved by the Tree of Life Interfaith Temple who has journeyed through the seminary and is now willing and able to use their experience to support other spiritual seekers.
What is the role of a Seminary Guide?
Your spiritual guide offers loving guidance throughout your program. This involves feedback on your written assignments and one-on-one sessions to answer questions or process your experience. However, it is important to note that your guide is not a trained psychotherapist. Their role is to be your guide through the seminary program.
Your guide will help you to establish a spiritual practice, and assist you in the development of the self-designed portion of the program to explore your specific interests. The guide is someone who offers a deep listening presence as you excavate, experience and embrace your inner journey.
Who are the Seminary Guides?
Our guides are from a wide variety of professions, faith traditions and life experiences. Each is committed to seeking continued personal, spiritual growth. We have come forward to serve others because of our deep confidence in the Seminary Program.
How do I choose a Seminary Guide?
It is very important that each seminarian feel comfortable and inspired by their guide. Here's the process:
What is a Seminary Guide?
A Seminary Guide in the Tree of Life Seminary Program is an ordained Tree of Life Interfaith Minister and a Certified Spiritual Mentor from a Tree of Life Interfaith Temple sponsored program or from another professional program as approved by the Tree of Life Interfaith Temple who has journeyed through the seminary and is now willing and able to use their experience to support other spiritual seekers.
What is the role of a Seminary Guide?
Your spiritual guide offers loving guidance throughout your program. This involves feedback on your written assignments and one-on-one sessions to answer questions or process your experience. However, it is important to note that your guide is not a trained psychotherapist. Their role is to be your guide through the seminary program.
Your guide will help you to establish a spiritual practice, and assist you in the development of the self-designed portion of the program to explore your specific interests. The guide is someone who offers a deep listening presence as you excavate, experience and embrace your inner journey.
Who are the Seminary Guides?
Our guides are from a wide variety of professions, faith traditions and life experiences. Each is committed to seeking continued personal, spiritual growth. We have come forward to serve others because of our deep confidence in the Seminary Program.
How do I choose a Seminary Guide?
It is very important that each seminarian feel comfortable and inspired by their guide. Here's the process:
- Choose a minimum of 2 guides from the Seminary Guide Directory that you feel resonate with you.
- Contact Rev. Ahjan Grossman, Seminary Program Coordinator, to discuss your choices. She will assist you in narrowing your choices down to one Guide.
- You will be given contact information to set up an introductory discussion with your chosen guide. Together, the two of you will decide if it is a good match.
Directory of Seminary Guides
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Rev. Beth Cohen
I feel passionate about being of service to others, and walking with them on their healing journeys. I believe that we are each guided by our own wisdom, yet within the complexity of our humanity, we can also feel lost at times. A safe space and a good listening heart can help to guide us back to our wisdom and right us on our path. |
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Rev. Linda Goodman
As one who has enjoyed a long life journey on a spiritual path that has wound through many spiritual traditions, I offer my knowledge and experience in interfaith practices. I will help you create and follow the path of your choosing through the personalized part of the seminary curriculum. |
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Rev. Carrie Ives
The Tree of Life Interfaith Seminary was transformative for my life, and I am honored to be considered to walk this path with you. I believe our spiritual journey is lifelong and constantly evolving. Our greatest gifts to the world come out of our greatest challenges; this seminary program guides us to face and grow through our challenges. |
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Rev. Carol LaChance
The words of Thicht Nhat Hahn, a Vietnamese Buddhist, resonate with me: “Dear One, I am here for you.” My experience in seminary changed my life. I was gifted with a Guide who supported me through all the challenges and joys of finding my inner treasure, and I look forward to accompanying you as you excavate, experience and embrace the Love within. |
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Rev. Pamela Nowell
I invite you to journey alongside me as you explore your awakening to love’s melody. Whatever that looks like for you. With deep listening, I will support and hold space for your wholeness. I will offer thoughtful questions to help you uncover the treasures of your heart. As both a potter and a musician, I bring a unique perspective that may help weave together wholeness and unity as you answer Love’s call. |
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