Empowered by Christ, the Spiritual Life Center offers hope and guidance for the curious and grieving.
Welcome to the Spiritual Life Center at Germantown Presbyterian Church
Located in the heart of old Germantown, the GPC Spiritual Life Center is a place of grace, reflection, and renewal. We believe that God meets us in every season of life—through joy, sorrow, and the quiet moments in between. Our mission is to walk alongside you as you deepen your faith, find hope, and experience the transforming love of Christ.
ABOUT US
At the Spiritual Life Center, we are committed to creating a space of care, hope, and renewal. Our experienced and certified staff offer bereavement support and spiritual direction to walk alongside you in life’s most meaningful moments. We provide both individual and group sessions, designed to nurture healing and deepen your spiritual journey.
To help sustain these ministries, we invite donations—your generosity makes this work possible.
CORE VALUES & GUIDING PRINCIPLES
The SLC’s work is grounded in the following Core Values:
• Christ-centered
• Compassionate
• Guidance
• Healing
• Relational
• Welcoming
These values are made tangible through the following Guiding Principles:
• We will intentionally watch for the sacred presence of God and
offer prayer as appropriate.
• We will be empathetic and reflective listeners who share the
love and comforting encouragement of God.
• We will follow ethical principles and safe practices, include
services by trained professionals, and maintain connections
with referral resources.
• We will celebrate healing when it happens!
• We will meet people where they are, be present, focused, and
foster connections.
• We will greet everyone with warmth and respect in an open and
inviting space.
These principles serve as shared touchstones for accountability and unity.
WHAT WE OFFER AT THE SPIRITUAL LIFE CENTER
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REFLECTIONS
The Grief Iceberg
by Stephanie Wall, Bereavement Specialist How in the world can it be June 1 already? Things have been such a whirlwind for me the past month - I...
Spiritual Moments
by Rev. Dr. Cindy Schwartz At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. The earth shook, and the rocks were...
Grief – What is it really?
Grief - What is it really? Grief is a word that is tossed around, often without giving it much thought: “Oh good grief” one might say when...
Living Easter
by Rev. Dr. Cindy Schwartz Easter is easy to celebrate, but actually living it requires the courage to name our wounds before God and move forward...
Shame or conviction? There is a difference.
Shame or Conviction? There is a difference. A reflection from Rev. Cindy Schwartz on the difference between shame and conviction… and why it matters...