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Jean Weller

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Spiritual Director and Retreat Leader

  • Education

    • Art of Spiritual Guidance Training Program

      2009 - 2010
      Multi-Faith Spiritual Direction

      Activities and Societies: Hearts on Fire (Fellowship of United Methodist Spiritual Directors and Retreat Leaders); Spiritual Directors International. Studied history and practice of Spiritual Direction in many faith traditions:Christian, Judaism, Islam (Sufism), Buddhism, Hinduism, etc.;Practicum in Spiritual Guidance, etc.

    • Academy for Spiritual Formation

      2007 - 2009
      History and Practice of Spiritual Formation and theSpiritual Disciplines Completion and becoming a member of the "Academy Forum"

      Activities and Societies: Activities for fellowship and fun occurred each session and daily practice of silence for reflection on sessions taught was encouraged. Eight, 5-day sessions held quarterly studying the origins of Spiritual Formation through the ages. Two courses taught each session with detailed reading assignments between sessions. Various types of Spirituality from several different faith and denominational traditions, comparing similarities and differences were studied. We cultivated life experiences in practicing the Benedictine model of the Daily Office (modified to five times/day: morning, mid-day, evening with Eucharist, Compline, and… Show more Eight, 5-day sessions held quarterly studying the origins of Spiritual Formation through the ages. Two courses taught each session with detailed reading assignments between sessions. Various types of Spirituality from several different faith and denominational traditions, comparing similarities and differences were studied. We cultivated life experiences in practicing the Benedictine model of the Daily Office (modified to five times/day: morning, mid-day, evening with Eucharist, Compline, and the Great Silence.) Experienced Covenant Group formation and support throughout as well as practicing the Spiritual Disciplines there and at home for the duration of the Academy. Individual Spiritual Direction was available if desired. Show less

    • Sibley Hospital Clinical Pastoral Education

      2008 - 2008
      1 unit CPE Clinical Pastoral Education

    • Lesley College Grad School of Education

      1972 - 1973
      Master of Education (M.Ed.) Early Childhood/Elementary

      MEd Early Childhood Education

    • Wesley Theological Seminary

      1999 - 2003
      Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Urban Ministries

      Activities and Societies: Urban Ministries, Student Pastor 1999-2003

    • Wilson College

      1967 - 1971
      A.B. Music and Psychology

      Activities and Societies: College Choir, Ten Tones

  • Experience

    • Retired and enjoying time with family

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      Caregiving

    • Newark, NJ Public Schools

      Sept 1973 - Jun 1978
      Early Childhood Teacher

    • Killearn UMC

      Aug 1978 - Apr 1980
      Director of Education and Youth

    • International College

      Sept 1980 - Dec 1981
      Kindergarten Teacher (English)

    • Advent Parish Day School

      Sept 1982 - May 1986
      PreSchool Teacher 4yr. Old

    • Decatur County Public Schools

      Sept 1986 - Jun 1988
      Teacher, Kindergarten and First Grade

    • Leon County Public Schools

      Aug 1988 - Jun 1991
      Teacher, Kindergarten

    • Glen Mar UMC PreSchool

      Aug 1992 - May 1995
      Teacher, 5-day, 4 yr. old

    • Glen Mar UMC PreSchool

      Sept 1997 - May 1998
      Music Teacher and Chapel leader

    • Baltimore/Washington UMC

      Jul 1999 - Apr 2007
      Clergy

      Served churches in Baltimore's inner city

    • UMC Clergy (Retired)

      Jan 2010 - now
      Spiritual Director

      Hospitality, Listening with the ears of the heart, Presence of the moment, guidance in various prayer practices as desired, introducing additional resources as needed, etc.

    • Glass Expressions by Paul, Inc.

      May 2010 - now
      Executive Director

      The mission of Glass Expressions by Paul, Inc. is to demonstrate that, with enough support, individuals with developmental disabilities can discover their talents and gifts in the creative arts and find meaningful ways to express themselves that will bring fulfillment and joy to their lives and to the community at large.Glass Expressions by Paul, Inc, is a 501c3 organization in which Paul Weller, Fused Glass Artist, creates "unique designs from the Heart" with the support of his Job Coach. He sells his artwork online, at art galleries, gift shops, conferences, and festivals. A portion of the profits goes into a scholarship fund. These funds are used to give scholarships to other persons with developmental disabilities for individual instruction so that they can develop their talents in the Creative Arts. Show less

    • Spiritual Guidance: Soul Care for Daily Living

      Jul 2012 - now
      Spiritual Director and Retreat Leader

      A Spiritual Director serves those who want to explore their relationship with God with a Companion trained to listen for the voice of the Spirit, and patient enough to allow them to discern where God may be leading them over time. Direction is usually once a month so that the one seeking direction has time to process and practice any suggestions for growth. If beneficial for the "directee", Spiritual Direction can become a long term goal. It is not a method for a"quick fix" but is meant to develop over time. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Elementary Education thru Jr. College

      State of New Jersey