An invitation to rest.

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."

— Matthew 11:28

Receive rest in the invitation of Jesus. Become aware of God's presence and deep love for you. Enjoy peace and beauty, practices and prayer, listening and guidance. Be renewed, encouraged, and equipped to go back into the world from having space to sojourn.

Portrait of Jill

Spiritual Director • Retreat Leader • Spiritual Formation Guide

You are the beloved.

Before you do anything, accomplish anything, understand anything, or become anything—you are deeply and completely loved by God. At Space to Sojourn, we create space to listen for the presence and movement of the Holy Spirit in your life. Grounded in the life, love, and teachings of Jesus Christ, this is a place to slow down and pay attention to the ways God is meeting you right where you are.

As a Christ-centered Spiritual Director, I will listen with you for the ways Jesus is revealing himself—through Scripture, prayer, relationships, circumstances, desires, questions, silence, and the ordinary moments of your everyday life. We will practice paying attention together, trusting that the Holy Spirit is already at work and that Jesus is always inviting us more deeply into love.

There may be moments of clarity and moments of mystery. Moments of laughter and moments of tears. Moments when all we can do is sit with a question. And sometimes, there will be a moment when I simply say, “WOW!”

Because it is a holy thing to witness someone discovering the ways Christ has been present all along. I love witnessing the unfolding of a person's inner life with God. It is sacred work, and I am deeply grateful that we get to do it together.

Whether we meet by video call or in person at our home on the bayou, my hope is that Space to Sojourn becomes a place where you can come exactly as you are—to rest, listen, notice, and encounter the God who calls you beloved.

It would be a joy to sojourn with you, Jill

Education, background, and experiences:

  • BS in Applied Management from Grand Canyon University
  • 2-year training through Sustainable Faith School of Spiritual Direction
  • Certification in Godly Play
  • Member of Christ-centered Spiritual Direction Association (CSDA)
  • Member of Godly Play Foundation.

Background: health & fitness, military life, early childhood development, small business ownership, and Bible study and group leading.

My marriage is a source of joy in our empty-nest life and our sons, daughters-in-law and grandsons bring great delight and laughter!

Statement of Faith
Ministry

Spiritual Direction

"You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart."

— Jeremiah 29:13

A Christian spiritual director is a trained listener who accompanies you as you share about your spiritual journey. Hospitable, confidential, and grounded in biblical truth, spiritual direction is a ministry that helps you grow into your calling as a follower of Christ.

Spiritual Direction is beneficial when you are…

  • Facing a major life decision
  • Desiring new ways to pray
  • Questioning the foundations of your faith
  • Expressing a desire for a deeper relationship with God
  • Sensing a call or a stirring of a new dream
  • Looking for someone to journey with for a long period of time

What to expect

A Christ-centered companionship where we listen to God's invitations and discern God's guidance through quiet moments and prayer. My hope is that you will leave with a new awareness of God's presence in your life.

  • Every meeting is confidential, and as a spiritual director, I guide the dialogue through attentive listening and thoughtful questions.
  • Our time may begin with Scripture, silence, or prayer that moves you to talk about what is preoccupying your thoughts, feelings or driving your actions.
  • Meetings can be in person, over the phone or via video.
  • A session lasts for about an hour and takes place once a month.
  • I offer an hourly rate with a sliding scale and a military discount. Please contact me for your specific rate.
Interested? Email Jill
Gather & Rest

Retreats

"Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest."

— Mark 6:31
RestPosition yourself with beauty in nature that cultivates your relationship with God. Allow your senses to reawaken with scripture, prayer, or worship.
ReflectLinger and become aware of areas that need attention. Ponder God's invitations. Spend time in a healthy community with a gentle invitation to share from your time with God.

Retreat Types

Night of the Beloved

A time for men and women to gather in community, worship, and spend intentional time with God. Come expecting an evening of Scripture, worship, prayer, and reflection as we create space to slow down, reconnect with God, and care for our souls. The evening will flow naturally between Scripture and worship within a two-hour gathering. Come as you are. Come ready to be refreshed in His presence.

Soul Care Morning: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 8:30a.m. - 11:30a.m.

Slow down, breathe deeply, and enjoy space for spiritual renewal. Be guided by meaningful spiritual practices within a community of men and women of all ages. Enjoy a healthy breakfast as you spend 3 intentional hours caring for your soul. All materials provided. * Fee: $50 per person or bring-a-friend for $30 each. * Alternative date: October 24th

MakerSpace

WE ARE ALL CREATIVES. This is a collaborative maker gathering to share ideas & projects. Whether it's writing, an instrument, a craft project, your creative mind or any other form of creativity, bring it into a space to be encouraged and energized in your endeavors. You can attend even if you desire to listen to the creativity energy in the space! This is a 2 hour casual format, every other month, where each person is given time to share. * No fee

For information, cost, and dates, please email Jill.

Email Jill

Soul Care Gatherings

The intentionality of setting aside time to care for your soul can get crowded in an already busy schedule. Come and experience the peace and rest that God promises. Created specifically for your group, these gatherings give space for care of body, mind, and spirit. Group time typically lasts between 1-2 hours, and fees are determined at the time of scheduling. These groups are not made public unless one is created by Space to Sojourn Ministries for open attendees. Other gatherings are also listed under Spiritual Formation.

To RSVP: If your group is already scheduled, you can register your attendance in a group that is already set up by clicking the link below.

Sign up — Email Jill
Formation

Spiritual Formation

"But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in God's love."

— Jude 1:20-21

Intentionally position yourself to spend time with God. Solidify your faith within practices that ground you in secure attachment with God. You CAN learn to walk with Jesus and look more like Him in your everyday life. Become secure in God's love with guidance through:

  • A life-story curriculum called My Life Expedition
  • Time in prayer
  • Spiritual Formation: discernment prayer, questions to guide your decisions, prayer practices
  • Group gatherings

My Life Expedition

Receive guidance for 10-12 weeks through My Life Expedition as a reflective work done one-on-one or with a small group of 2-3 others. It is a good choice for those sensing a calling, transition, relocation, or upcoming retirement/career change.

What sorts of things will you do?

  • Create a life map
  • Discover your life/season purpose
  • Notice God's fingerprints on your life story
  • Expose the obstacles and core lies that need to be removed from your path
  • Learn how God speaks to us through our God-given longings
  • Write your mission statement
  • Discover/confirm vocations
  • Create a rule of life

Journey through the My Life Expedition (MLE) curriculum as an individual or in a small group. We can meet in person or over video, with an informational session at no charge. Once you decide, we'll journey together for 11 weeks. Contact me for individual or group pricing.

Group Gatherings

It is our joy to share God's resources of a peaceful setting in a retreat home on the bay. Gather in community with prayer, book reading, Bible study, or an outdoor exploration of play and wonder. If you notice a growing desire for a particular gathering, we can collaborate to create a new group.

My current learnings, trainings, readings:

  • I am finding joy in leading Chapel with Godly Play story presentations. I am experiencing beauty in creating a home with peace and rest. I am creating and collaborating with my son and his wife – a podcast that’s fostering the contemplative side of me. I continue in the Immanuel Life - imaginative, interactive and adventurous. I am listening in soul friendship with women who are brave and beautiful. I am reaching for the hem of His garment.
  • The Daily Examen - a journal to reflect on the day with God
  • Scriptures focused on Trust (most in Psalms & Isaiah) by Kaylene Yoder
  • The Eden Option by Allen Arnold
  • Restored to Reign by Kelly Ann Conway
  • Broken Signposts by N.T. Wright
  • Young Children & Worship by Sonja Stewart
  • My Utmost for His Highest by Oswald Chambers
  • The Immanuel Approach by Dr. Karl Lehman
  • Disciple Story Curriculum
Interested? Email Jill