Melanie Moen

Certified Spiritual Director

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Tupston Real Estate Group

Exploring The Everyday

Discovering The Holy

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A shared journey to discover God’s presence in our everyday, real lives.



Is there a longing within you...


To respond to life rather than react?

To expand your experience or definition of prayer?

To have someone bear witness to your doubt, hurt, or pain?

To learn to listen to yourself and others with compassion and curiosity?

To deepen your connection with the One who created you...and delights in you,?

To understand what masks your ability to grow in your relationship with God?

To learn to uphold the value and dignity of others, even in disagreement?

To discover what is most true about yourself?

To embody more of the Fruits of the Spirit?

To experience more of God?


Spiritual Direction could be a place to begin



A Spiritual Director...

CREATES A WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT

Ensuring a space that is safe, confidential, and conducive to open sharing is essential. This involves curating a peaceful atmosphere and establishing trust from the outset.

ENCOURAGES REFLECTION

You are encouraged to reflect on where you see God at work in your life, allowing you to notice and articulate your spiritual experiences more clearly.

ASKS OPEN-ENDED QUESTIONS

Instead of providing answers or directives, questions are asked that encourage deeper reflection, allowing you to explore your inner life and spiritual experiences more fully.

ENCOURAGES OPENNESS TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

Space is provided to become more aware of and responsive to the promptings of the Holy Spirit, fostering a deeper relationship with God.

OFFERS SPIRITUAL PRACTICES

Opportunity is given to engage in practices such as breath prayer, the examen, meditation or lectio divina that often help connect you more deeply with the Trinity.

PROVIDES GENTLE GUIDANCE

When appropriate, you may be gently guided toward new perspectives or insights, always in a manner that is supportive rather than directive.

ACTIVELY LISTENS WITH CURIOSITY

Listening attentively and without judgment, you are invited to speak freely about your experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Your story is valued and respected.

RESPECTS AUTONOMY

You are invited to share your experiences, thoughts, and feelings freely, knowing that you will be listened to attentively and without judgment. Your story is valued and respected.

Our Heart is Restless Until it Rests in You

-St Augustine

How Does it Work?

  • Generally, sessions occur once a month and last for 1 hour. An initial 30 minute meeting is no charge and serves as a ​get to know each other conversation so that we can discover together if moving forward is our next right thing.


  • Ongoing, monthly sessions are based on a sliding scale and payments can be remitted by Venmo @Melanie-Moen, ​check or cash.


  • Appointments are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. If you live here in the Turlock, CA area, I’d love to ​meet in person, otherwise we can meet via Zoom.


  • All sessions are confidential. Also, for those meeting in person, there is a private entrance to the office.


  • If you’re interested in getting more information or beginning the process, I’d love to talk with you. Please click the ​Contact Me button below and complete the form. I generally respond within 24 hours or less.

I’m Melanie...

Born and raised in the Central Valley of California, I have been married to my husband, Rick, for 31 years. Together, we ​have raised three grown children and welcomed a lovely daughter-in-law into our family.

My soul finds joy and rest in the outdoors, particularly early quiet mornings on the patio with coffee and a candle, where I ​am able to slow down and engage with the Trinity through the beauty of creation. I also find energy and renewal in ​getting my hands dirty working in the yard and experimenting with food in the kitchen.

I am passionate about creating and holding space for others, whether hosting gatherings around the table or in one-on-​one direction sessions. I love to offer space where people can connect and share life in deep and meaningful ways with ​God and others. As a spiritual director rooted in the Christian tradition, I am deeply committed to journeying with others ​as they discover God's presence in their everyday, real lives.

I hold a BA degree in Sociology and an AS degree in Dental Hygiene. I earned my Spiritual Direction certification from ​the Companioning Center in Oregon. Alongside my professional career as a dental hygienist, I have dedicated the past ​25 years to ministry opportunities within my local church community, serving as a worship leader and facilitating small ​groups focused on discipleship and formation. I also serve on the board of directors at Turlock Gospel Mission.