What role does community play in discernment?

Expanding on our understanding of vocation and discernment, Chelsey contextualizes the role and importance of community in the process of vocational discernment. She introduces us to the Circles of Trust model, developed by the Parker Palmer Center for Courage and Renewal, and invites us to the practice of asking open and honest questions.

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About Rev. Chelsey D. Hillyer

Chelsey D. Hillyer is a writer, activist, Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church, and unapologetic apologist for the soul. She believes deeply in the revolutionary power of loving interpersonal relationships. As a coach and facilitator, Chelsey helps individuals and organizations to identify their core values and beliefs so that they can bring these gifts to bear in the world through life-giving practices and processes. An activist for LGBTQ+ rights and anti-racism, she practices dialogical existence and non-violence. Her writing is centered in spiritual ecology. You can learn more about her and her work here.