I am a wife and mama-of-3, writer, violinist, spiritual-director, flower gardener, and sometimes runner. I live, work, and play on Treaty 6 Territory: land that is also known as St. Albert, Canada. I grew up as a TCK in South-East Asia and Papua New Guinea and while these parts of the world are still very near and dear to my heart, my earliest memories hold the rugged beauty of the Northwest Territories. I can’t say that I cherish the brutal cold, but my parents certainly nurtured a love for the outdoors, in all climates. Just recently, I realized that I have now lived in one place (my current home) longer than any other time in my life. I still long to travel and explore but this season of my life right now tends to be a combination of wading into the current of motherhood or streams of contemplation. I love to experience all these things outdoors, particularly in our Rocky Mountains.
In spite of all the cultural complexities, heightened polarization, and disorienting waters we’re swimming in these days, I still identify as a Christian and have such a deep affection for the global Church. I am learning to lament and own my own part in the historical harms that have been perpetuated by so many expressions of Christianity. Most days, I am still clinging onto hope for healing, reconciling, and making new and I think the church, at her best, is a wild and wonderful expression of God’s care and redeeming story in our world. One of my favourite writers right now, Sara Billups, has used the phrase, “Orphaned Believers” and I have resonated with that descriptor deeply.
“Christianity is a big tent and one that I am still standing under.”
I am so certain that the stuff of the good and gracious Gospel can be found in the dust and grit of our ordinary, miraculous, painful, and precious lives; at least, I’m looking for it.
My family and I currently attend and serve at Avenue Vineyard in Edmonton, Alberta.
You can find some of my work here:
Music: Word of God
Easter: Holy Saturday: The Great Sabbath
Advent: HOPE, JOY, PEACE, A Litany for the Waiting
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