Rev. Jane E. Vennard, ordained to a ministry of teaching and spiritual direction in the United Church of Christ, has a rare blend of being able to see clearly the similarities and differences in traditional perspectives, and adeptly leads us through an examination of a variety of spiritual perspectives. Formerly a senior adjunct professor at the Iliff School of Theology in Denver, Colorado, she offers lectures and leads retreats in ecumenical settings in the United States, Canada and Australia. She is the author of Fully Awake and Truly Alive: Spiritual Practices to Nurture Your Soul and Teaching—The Sacred Art: The Joy of Opening Minds & Hearts (both SkyLight Paths) as well as several books on prayer. She is a long-time active member of Spiritual Directors International.
Rev. Jane E. Vennard is available to speak on the following topics: