Reviews
“Allison is the consummate Spiritual Educator! She designs a program that engages each participant, regardless of learning style. Her self deprecating humour, deep faith, and delight in finding innovative ways to make life changing connections were greatly appreciated by the members of our community who took the "Introduction to Enneagram" - a gift, pure and simple!”
Gaye Sharpe, Minister, Oak Bay United Church, Victoria, BC
“As a co-facilitator I've witnessed first hand Allison's imaginative and bold facilitation of workshops in personal awareness, interpersonal relationship, and leadership. In all this work she carries a restless and unwavering commitment to the human drive toward integrity and consciousness.”
Tim Scorer, spiritual director, facilitator, consultant, and writer,
Bowen Island, BC
“I greatly appreciated Allison’s wisdom, integrity and flexibility … amazing workshops. I was very impressed by how effectively she communicated the messages to our first year students and their advisors.”
Ruth Elwood Martin, MD, Clinical Professor, Department of Family Practice, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
“Whether working with a small group or a gathering of a hundred or more, Allison Rennie’s exceptional leadership and facilitation skills help people of all ages build community and deepen relationships. Her Spiritual grounding, clarity of expression and deep knowledge of how people best learn are outstanding.”
Marion Best, Former Moderator, United Church of Canada, Naramata, BC
"Allison … whom I have known and worked with for thirty years … deeply grounded in spirit and faith; probing, creative intelligence; dramatist; facilitator; educator; leader. She works with intensity and with humour and laughter; she works well with all ages, and with groups of all sizes; she’s great for a ‘one-off event’ or for an extended study programme. Allison is committed to all of us growing in self-knowledge and faithfulness in the world, herself included!”
The Right Rev. Gary Paterson, Moderator of The United Church of Canada
“Since participating in Allison's session over two years ago, I've referred back many times to the discoveries made about my fellow fire-fighters as well as myself as an officer. Insights gleaned have greatly assisted me especially when communicating with different personalities by better understanding their perspectives. A damn fine management tool!”
Wil McCutcheon, Chief, Naramata Volunteer Fire Department,
Naramata, BC
“We invited Allison to train leaders in our church in the art of group facilitation. She not only offered a wealth of theoretical knowledge, more importantly, she encouraged us to draw on our own experience to inform our learning. By creating a safe and welcoming environment through her warm and confident leadership, we were empowered to test our own gifts and skills.”
Nancy Talbot, Minister, Mount Seymour United Church, North Vancouver
"Allison is a playful and boldly authentic leader, teaching concrete tools and soul practices in creative, effective leadership. Practicing what she preaches, she has a gift for creating transformative spaces."
Wade Lifton, Student, Vancouver School of Theology
