For more than 20-years I have followed the contemplative prayer practice of Meditation in the Christian Tradition. I am a leader, teacher, and oblate in the New Zealand Christian Meditation Community and regularly organise retreats and events for the community in Auckland.

In 2022 I helped re-establish the spiritual direction ministry at the St Francis Retreat Centre (the Friary) in Auckland. Along with five other SGM graduates I help lead Time Out Days and Quietude Retreats at this peaceful and prayer-filled retreat centre.

I had an 18-year career at Harbour Hospice, including 11 years as spiritual carer / chaplain. Prior to that I had a long career in the corporate sector. I am an active member of the Hibiscus Coast Catholic community.

In 2024 I completed the Postgraduate Certificate in Ministry Supervision at Laidlaw College and I am
a member of the Supervision Collective Aotearoa.

I like the metaphor of being a companion on the journey. Sometimes a new companion can bring a fresh perspective to the path ahead. Perhaps provide an alternative route or a way out of what may
feel like a dry and spirit-less desert.

My approach is contemplative; presence and listening lie at the heart of my work. For this reason, I am comfortable working with people from the broad sweep of Christian traditions. And because of my hospice work, I have an affinity with people who might describe themselves as unchurched seekers or refugees from dogmatism.

“And suddenly you know: It’s time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings.”
Meister Eckhart