About Jen (she / her)

We often move through life on autopilot — caught up in routines and responsibilities, and unaware of the loving presence of God.

Sometimes small shifts like turning off the noise, paying attention, listening, or leaning into rest & delight can help us begin to recognize and respond to God’s presence and action in our everyday lives.

As a spiritual director, teacher, and retreat leader, it’s my joy to create helpful resources and hold space for you to connect with yourself, God, others, and creation.

I have been involved in the work of spiritual formation for over 18 years in both church and educational settings. I love journeying with people from all walks of life as they ask some of life’s most important questions.

I live in the Twin Cities, MN, with my husband Jeremy, and our three children — one teen and two young adults.

Education & Ministry:

  • BS Psychology (North Central University)

  • MA Leadership and Innovation for Ministry (Luther Seminary)

  • Certification in Spiritual Direction (Christos Center for Spiritual Formation)

  • Pastoral Ministry: Children & Family Ministries, Adult Discipleship (Spiritual Formation), Counseling, Local & Global Outreach

  • Adjunct Faculty: NCU (Pastoral Ministry, Leadership, & Spiritual Formation)

“We cannot attain the presence of God. We’re already totally in the presence of God. What’s absent is awareness.”

— Richard Rohr