Enrolment is Officially Open!

Mar 4, 2024

Discover the Path to Inner Leadership and Spiritual Growth

The world we live in is constantly evolving, presenting new challenges that call for a deeper understanding of our collective consciousness and spirituality. The OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation has long stood at the forefront of nurturing spiritual growth and leadership among individuals from various walks of life. With over 25 years of expertise, our Spiritual Development and Ministry Training program offers a unique opportunity for those called to contribute towards the enhancement of global consciousness, compassion, and interconnectedness.

A Vision of Inclusivity and Transformation

Our vision is of a world awakened to an inclusive global spirituality, wrapped in a field of love and life. This vision guides our mission to evolve consciousness by empowering open-hearted individuals to unlock their inner leadership capacities. We stand on the touchstones of inclusivity, compassion, authenticity, and spiritual transformation, aiming to create a community that fosters forgiveness, reconciliation, and peacemaking.

Join a Flourishing Community

By joining our fully online Ministry Training program, you become part of a vibrant community of over 1,000 members dedicated to growing their unique and personal ministries. Our holistic training approach is designed to nurture your development through dynamic self-reflection, empathic listening, and deep engagement with spiritual practices. You will learn to meet people where they are, in sacred service, shaping your ministry to serve your communities and the world effectively.

Introducing The Birch Pathway: A Fully Online Programme

Building on the success of the Aspen Pathway, we’re thrilled to offer the Birch Pathway for 2024. This fully online program is designed to foster personal and ministerial growth through a blend of live weekly webinars, an online classroom filled with resources, and a dedicated student communications platform.

Curriculum: A Blend of Tradition and Innovation

Our curriculum is ever-changing, deeply experiential, and responsive to the evolving world. Structured around six strands, it incorporates the exploration of faith paths and worldviews, ceremony and ritual, deep listening skills, spiritual accompaniment, psycho-spiritual development, and spiritual and pastoral service in the community. Our approach exceeds traditional teachings, inviting a dynamic interaction between students and tutors to facilitate a profoundly experiential learning experience.

Key Objectives of The Birch Pathway:

Holistic Development: Delve deep into your spirituality, implementing practices that foster self-discovery and growth.
Deep Empathetic Listening: Enhance your ability to connect deeply with others, appreciating global faiths and perspectives crucial for effective ministry.
Self-awareness through Self-reflective Practice: Explore self-reflective models to deepen your self-awareness and personal growth.
Your Personal Ministry: Investigate the essence of community and interconnectedness, shaping your ministry to be of service to others.

Delivery of the Curriculum:

Webinars: Engage in weekly class webinars on Tuesday evenings, facilitated by class tutors and guest speakers, focusing on experiential learning.
Study Groups: Connect with peers in study groups, supported by a member of your tutor team, to nourish each other’s spiritual journey.
1-1 Meetings: Reflect on your training journey through regular meetings with your tutor team.

Embrace the Journey Ahead

As Caroline, a current OneSpirit student, reflects, “It feels like a very solemn and sacred commitment…I am growing positively through examining these internal struggles.” Your journey with OneSpirit is not only about spiritual growth but also about making a reflective and contemplative impact on the world.

We invite you to join us on this transformative journey, to explore the depths of your being, and to contribute towards a world awakened to love, consciousness, and spirited unity. Enrolments are now open for the Birch Pathway—take the next step in your spiritual journey with OneSpirit.

Enrol between now and September 30th for our two-year training that leads to ordination as an Interfaith Minister. For more information and to apply, visit our Ministry Training Page.

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OneSpirit Faculty Reflections: Monica

In this first faculty reflection of our "OneSpirit Reflections" series, Monica Douglas explores the profound power of togetherness and connection. Reflecting on her experience as a tutor for the Class of 2024 OneSpirit Interfaith Ministers, Monica candidly shares the challenges and joys of guiding a diverse group of individuals through their journey towards ordination. With heartfelt insight, she highlights how true togetherness is not about agreement or avoiding difficult conversations, but about embracing differences and standing in loving connection, even through the messiness of life. Monica also speaks to the importance of nature in fostering a sense of unity and self-love, and encourages us to find solace in the interconnectedness of the natural world. Through her reflection, she offers a message of hope, reminding us that by embracing connection, we can create a better world—one relationship at a time.

All Saints’ Day: A Time of Honour, Reflection, and Interfaith Resonance

All Saints' Day, traditionally a Christian celebration honouring saints known and unknown, carries themes that resonate across many faith traditions. This article reflects on how the values of love, service, and compassion, central to All Saints' Day, are also present in spiritual practices worldwide. By recognising the common virtues that unite us, we honour not only Christian saints but also the countless individuals from all beliefs who inspire us to lead with kindness and purpose.

Scottish Interfaith Week

As Scottish Interfaith Week approaches from 11 to 18 November, we reflect on the resilience and vitality of interfaith engagement across the nation. Despite the closure of the larger interfaith network, local groups continue to foster dialogue and compassion. Two of our dedicated ROSIM members have reached out to share their involvement in exciting events during this week. Join us as we highlight these opportunities for connection, reflection, and growth within our interfaith community!

Transgender Day of Remembrance: A Call for Reflection & Action

Join us in honouring the Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20th, as we reflect on lives lost to transphobia and stand together for dignity, acceptance, and justice for all.

OneSpirit Student Reflections: Andrew

In this first student reflection of our "OneSpirit Reflections" series, a member of Aspen Class, Andrew, shares a deeply personal ceremony held at a local beach, marking the transition from year 1 to year 2 of their Interfaith Minister training. The reflection weaves together themes of gratitude, self-discovery, and connection to nature, as the student honours the sacredness of everyday moments and the role ceremony plays in their spiritual journey. This intimate experience offers insight into the evolving relationship between the student and the Earth, celebrating the sacredness of place and the power of ritual in marking life's pivotal moments.

Diwali: The Festival of Lights

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is celebrated from 31st October to 4th November, symbolising the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. This vibrant festival invites us to cleanse our minds and homes, welcoming positivity and joy. As we illuminate our surroundings with diyas, let us also reflect on the inner light of kindness and understanding that guides us through life’s challenges. Join us in exploring the rich traditions and profound meanings of Diwali, a time for renewal and unity within our communities.

Honouring Our Elders: International Day of Older Persons

On the International Day of Older Persons, we reflect on the wisdom and influence of our ancestors, whose guidance shapes the world we live in today. Their teachings remind us of the enduring values that connect us across time. At the same time, younger generations bring fresh energy and innovation, ensuring that this wisdom evolves. By honouring both past and present, we create a balanced and harmonious future where each generation contributes to the richness of our shared journey.

OneSpirit Minister Reflections: Holly

In this first of our "OneSpirit Reflections" series, OneSpirit minister Holly Chetan-Welsh reflects on the profound journey that followed their ordination, marking their first year as an ordained Interfaith Minister. As they celebrate the anniversary of this milestone, they explore the highs and lows experienced during what many refer to as the informal "third year" of training. With heartfelt honesty, they describe the challenges of adjusting to life after the intense two-year course, confronting feelings of loss, and the gradual realisation that the path of ministry does not end with ordination—it evolves. Their reflection offers insight and encouragement to newly ordained ministers, reminding them to embrace this transformative period and seek support when needed.

Enrolment is Officially Open!

Enrolment for OneSpirit’s Spiritual Development and Ministry Training program is open. With over 25 years of experience, it nurtures spiritual growth and leadership, fostering global consciousness, compassion, and interconnectedness in an evolving world.

Interfaith Dialogue

OneSpirit fosters interfaith dialogue,
where individuals from varied faith paths
engage in rich discussions to exchange
wisdom. The aim is to deepen understanding, cultivate peace, and promote
spiritual growth.

Redefining Interfaith: Holistically and Inclusively

We redefine interfaith to be more inclusive, embracing diverse spiritual experiences beyond traditional religions. Their vision fosters unity by honouring individual spirituality, aiming for a compassionate community that celebrates spiritual diversity.