Meet Rebecca

Growing up, I always felt a little off trying to force myself into the expected. I went to a strict Catholic school and never fit in. I got kicked out of ballet when I was 5 because I couldn’t sit still and follow directions. If you tell me to do something, even if it is something that I want to do, I immediately won’t want to do it anymore. Adding to the mix, as a sensitive person who values deep connection I found I’d tend to lose myself in relationships. It’s only been in the last 10 years that I have come to terms with the fact that God made me a loving disruptor. I tried to behave for a really long time, but embracing who I am is a much more authentic way for me to be in the world. 

 

I felt a call to ministry more than 20 years ago, but with small children and living abroad, it took me a decent bit to do anything with it. I got a job at a church when my youngest entered school and from then on, I was hooked. I graduated from United Theological Seminary in 2018 and have served in churches in Western Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Utah. I love the church, I really do, AND I recognize it’s a hot mess.  I have a deep, abiding hope that we can do better, and I am committed to doing that work and encouraging others to do better too! 

 

In the spring of the pandemic, I found myself tired, frustrated, lost, and lonely (you may be able to relate). I thought about quitting and dreamed of being a barista at Starbucks. Instead of throwing in the towel, I connected with an Integral coach who I started to meet regularly. Our one goal was for me to show up as my authentic self with my full range of emotions (tell me you’re a pro at compartmentalizing without telling me you’re a pro at compartmentalizing). Long story short, I began a journey back (or for the first time TO) me. I learned so much and incorporated practices that helped me to embody my faith and leadership in a way I didn’t even know existed. I am now entering into a new phase in the journey of me to bring that learning to others. I am excited to share and co-create with you on your journey back (or to) self. As the fabulous Brené Brown would say, “Are you ready to rumble?”