Alumni Speak

“I wanted to reach out and tell you I have been in my new position as the Director of Spirituality and Civic Engagement for Wagner College for about a month. Things have been going well and I have completely transformed the chapel from a Christian space to an interfaith space. We have a group on campus called the Wagner Witches. They approached me and asked if they could use the chapel for meetings. Previously, they had not been allowed. Not only did I give them space, but I ordered them a custom altar and provided all the necessary materials they needed to worship. The kids who are members of the group cried when they saw the altar…literally. They had been so hurt and mistreated prior to my appointment, now they really felt welcome and blessed. I also have a few Hindu/Buddhist students who now have private worship and altar spaces. I sent you a picture of my youngest daughter, Aoife, who is holding a sign that reads ‘Never instead of, always in addition to.’ I had this made for over my office door. …..I want you to know for me there was a connection to Rabbi Joseph H. Gelberman… and I carry his words with me. Every. Single. Day. I feel his spirit with me. I feel HE is guiding me. And I never met the man. But please know, his legacy lives on.”

“I found the All Faiths Seminary International’s program invaluable in changing my priorities and aligning them with the love and power of this magnificent program. I made the right choice… I highly recommend as much participation as possible. …This is a fabulous program with a great future. I would do it again in a heartbeat!”
— Rev. Nancy Omaha Boy

“Attending the All Faiths Seminary this past year has been an experience of transformation. I loved the teachers and speakers in the Seminary and know that the people I met and the learning from the Seminary will stay with me all my life. I recommend this program to those who are looking to broaden and deepen their relationship with God and the world.”

“It’s been 10 years since my ordination and my magical journey. I was led to All Faiths Seminary International, where I found beautiful and inspiring information, and an interesting quote: ‘Never instead of, Always in addition to’. I went to a Friday night service where I met Rabbi Gelberman. He looked like a human angel. I knew I was in the right place. My life was changed. I completed the coursework, but the wisdom came from Rabbi, the staff, and fellow seminarians. My final project was around my healing services. The retreat was wonderful. Rabbi’s wisdom kept me focused. The intent was not to regurgitate information, but rather to share our spiritual learnings. It was a sacred event with Rabbi Gelberman anointing each one of us.”

“As a corresponding student one of the most meaningful aspects of my experience was meeting my fellow classmates for the first time at the retreat and getting to know all the remarkable people.”

“Besides receiving monthly teachings, All Faiths Seminary International encourages all students to deepen their own investigations into the worlds’ major religions. Attending services and interviewing the spiritual leaders at a variety of local churches/temples/mosques and monasteries in my area also connected me to my community in unique ways. It was an invaluable spiritual gift to think globally and act locally to touch and be touched by the many faces of the Divine.”

“After years of being a practicing ordained interfaith minister, I completed the Master’s Program at All Faiths Seminary International. It was a thoroughly fulfilling and joyful experience. Part of the experience and inspiration is the quality of your community. Two of my classmates were Rev. Dr. Kathleen Reagan and an Ordained Episcopal Priest, both who remain close to my heart and spirit. That year also provided a focus for my second book as it was the subject of my thesis. Now coming full circle, I sometimes speak at All Faiths Seminary International classes. Invisible hands have guided my path in the most loving and holistic way, a path that includes All Faiths Seminary International. Thank you, All Faiths Seminary International!”

“I highly recommend this program to anyone who is interested — a very rewarding experience.”

“I am so happy that I chose to attend All Faiths. Aside from being taught the basics of ministry, I was nurtured and taught how to live fully and joyously from our beloved, Rabbi Gelberman. His presence alone is a lesson in blissful existence.”