Heather Harriss, Pastor of Spiritual Care and Connection

    • Joined Belmont UMC staff in 2007
    • Heather is the staff liaison for Congregational Care, Older Adults (Encore Ministry) United Women in Faith, Outreach, Welcoming Team, Worship and Altar Guild, Faith Companions, Sacred Path Ministry (Contemplative Practices, Spiritual Direction, Dreamwork and Retreats), Connect Retreats and Small Groups

    Academic background

    • Certification for Spiritual Direction from the Haden Institute
    • M.Div from Princeton Theological Seminary
    • B.A from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Family life

    • Married to Michael Stephens
    • Two children, Daniel and Emma Anne

    Interests and activities

    Reading, hiking and walking, traveling, time with family and friends

    Places called home besides Nashville

    • Durham, NC
    • Indianapolis, IN

    Reason for chosen career

    To be a part of helping people connect more deeply with God, self and others.