Dear Friends:

I am dedicated to the work of ministry and spiritual renewal. On this site you will  have the opportunity to learn more about my approach to that sacred task.  I believe in a truly shared ministry; creating opportunities to grow in spirit, community and institutional maturity. My style of ministry is transformational.  Whether it is as pastoral chaplain, a spiritual director, consultant or transitional minister, my ministry is about awakening that potential towards proactive change both for the congregations and individuals.

I bring my experience and wisdom to those I serve. I am an innovator.  I have studied and incorporated social media into my ministry recognizing that our future will include new ways of relating to one another.  As a certified Spiritual Director, my primary orientation is to focus on how the Spirit is moving in us and among us. My current ministry is focused how working with congregations in transition. In this regard, my broad experience helps to inform my work with congregations in the midst of change.

I am also a capable pastor, but I believe in training and equipping others to do this important ministry.  I have had extensive experience in growing and training staff teams, including as the lead minister of a multi minister church. I also offer my services as a congregational consultant specializing in strategic planning and vision casting.

Teaching and community service are an important passion in my ministry and I will continue to commit myself to the public ministry of any group I serve. I have been a contributing journalist, television host, blogger and spokesperson for inter-faith understanding.

I urge you to look at my published writings and on-line contributions at my current church Main Line Unitarian Church http://mluc.org   and on my blog http://facing-grace.blogspot.com These coupled with this packet and further conversations will paint a more complete picture of my ministry and how we might see transforming a future together.

I am, most of all, a visionary.  I believe that progressive faith is waiting to break open into the hearts of the many who have yet to find us. I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours in faith,

Rev. John Morehouse