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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10 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Making Spirituality My Career

Rev April Kling shares 10 honest lessons from her spiritual career so far — filled with warmth, insight, and encouragement for anyone considering a soul-led path.

What if my life was an act of reverence?

What if your whole life was an act of reverence? In this poetic reflection, OneSpirit student Andrew Jones explores how deep attention, presence, and love can transform the everyday into the sacred.

Women’s History Month: Indigenous Women Leaders

Indigenous women have long been central to the spiritual and cultural life of their communities, yet their leadership has often been overlooked. From ancient traditions to contemporary movements, women are reclaiming spiritual authority and revitalising practices passed down through generations. In communities such as the Lakota and Haudenosaunee, women have historically held positions of spiritual leadership, and today, figures like Winona LaDuke and Tiana Ngata continue to lead efforts to preserve and strengthen Indigenous spiritual practices. As these women reclaim their rightful roles, they ensure that Indigenous spirituality remains a powerful force in today’s world.

Women’s History Month: Women in Spiritual Traditions

Women have played a crucial role in shaping spiritual traditions, from revered figures like Kuan Yin and Táhirih to trailblazing leaders such as Harriet Tubman and Phyllis Curott. Despite facing exclusion, women continue to reclaim leadership roles and push for gender equality within spiritual communities, ensuring traditions remain inclusive and vibrant. This Women’s History Month, we honour their resilience and lasting influence.

Month of Ministry ‘War’ Reflection

In Day 21 of #MonthOfMinistry, the prompt "War" reflects on the internal battles we sometimes fight, between our true selves and the identities imposed upon us. The author of this post, Birch Pathway Student Justin, shares a personal struggle, likening the inner conflict to the external wars that ravage our world, both born from the destructive belief that peace can only come through conquest. The message encourages finding true peace not through domination, but through understanding, justice, and love, reminding us that we must first reconcile with ourselves to end the wars we impose on others.

The Power of Inclusive Storytelling

In a recent interview with MysticMag, our Communications and Marketing Lead, Kailee Smart, shares her insights on creating marketing that is both peaceful and inclusive. She discusses the heart of OneSpirit’s approach to communication — fostering connection, clarity, and a sense of belonging for all. From shaping the tone of our messaging to ensuring accessibility, Kailee highlights how communications can be a bridge for understanding and community.

Introducing the Cherry Tree Pathway

We’re thrilled to mark the commencement of enrolment for our Spiritual Development and Ministry Training. This year, we are proud to introduce the Cherry Tree Pathway - which is a new offering that continues to be an entirely online curriculum, with optional in-person opportunities, designed for your convenience. Enrolment is officially open NOW – and will close on the 30th of September, with the training beginning in October!

Wednesday Wisdom: Bali

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.

Introducing the Cherry Tree Pathway

The Cherry Tree Pathway is our new blended learning programme, offering a mix of online and in-person experiences for those seeking a flexible approach to spiritual development.

Redefining Interfaith

We celebrate a new, inclusive vision of interfaith, one that welcomes all spiritual paths, honoring the richness of personal experience beyond traditional religions.

Demystifying Interfaith: Moving Forward

Interfaith dialogue goes beyond religious boundaries, embracing diverse spiritual and secular perspectives. This inclusive approach fosters understanding and respect for all paths.