Hello! You are so warmly welcomed to The Hope Garden, the Spiritual Care website of Interfaith Minister…

Reverend Cecilia le Poer Power

(B.A Hons, Leeds University / P.G Dip / LGSM)

Cecilia is based near Bath in West England and works nationally and internationally via Zoom.

Cecilia supports those of all faiths, no faith and everywhere in between, with open-hearted, non-judgmental, compassionate Ministry…

• Tender Care at the End of Life

• Compassionate mentoring for Life-limiting illness

• Support with Life Navigation & Direction

• Bereavement

• Supporting Acute times of Personal Challenge

  A Holistic and Creative approach to Spiritual & Pastoral Care

  Cecilia trained and was Ordained as an Interfaith Minister (as officially recognised under British law) with the OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation. OneSpirit is a worldwide organisation / charity devoted to peace building, compassion and forgiveness, with diverse members across all faith paths, uniting to serve in the spirit of inclusivity and open-heart.

  Cecilia works without any religious affiliation and is fully freelance / independent.

  Cecilia is a highly experienced and competent practitioner with many years of experience and comprehensive and diverse training. From the outset, Cecilia’s ministerial calling and passion has been to support individuals and their loved ones on the pathway and preparation towards the End of Life and all that it may entail.

Professional Memberships:

• UK Board of Healthcare Chaplaincy

• Association of Hospice & Palliative Care Chaplains

• Non-Religious Pastoral Support Network

• Register of OneSpirit Interfaith Ministers (ROSIM)

• The Musician’s Union

• PRS (Performing Rights Society) / MCPS

“I am here for everyone, without bias of any kind. I offer my open heart, gentleness, full presence and a willingness to meet and support you where you are (on any given day), in peaceful, loving presence. My approach is collaborative, holistic and creative and tailored to your specific needs. My hope is that you will feel relaxed and safe to unburden and share whatever may need to be voiced and heard. I also understand that sometimes you may not feel like deep sharing and simply be in need of a peaceful and safe space to be created and held for you, and this can be provided with love and care too” Cecilia

Cecilia’s Spiritual Care in Hospital & Hospice settings:

Cecilia’s professional experience has included an extensive placement as part of the Spiritual Care / Chaplaincy Team at the RUH Hospital in Bath, mostly supporting patients and families on the Cancer ward, ICU and NICU.

Cecilia is currently a Spiritual Care Mentor at Dorothy House Hospice, supporting patients and their loved ones in person at the main site in Winsley, Wiltshire.

Cecilia has supported children and their families at both Julia’s House Hospice and Children’s Hospice South West.

Please note, sessions with Cecilia are an alternative to working with an accredited counsellor, although there may be some similarities, for example active listening and confidentiality.

Some reflections from Cecilia about her work and approach…

Sometimes when the ground beneath us feels unstable, when our world has changed quickly and unexectedly, when we need to express and explore our feelings with someone outside our immediate circle, when support and guidance is sought as we navigate a new landscape… that’s where I may be able to walk alongside you and support you.

Statistically, only 6% of the UK population are actively practicing a religion. As there is a majority shift away from prescribed religion, it’s important to acknowledge that our emotional and spiritual needs have not changed - perhaps this has created a void. Where once upon a time, a local religious leader may have come to offer support at a time of acute bereavement or personal challenge, now, this immediate and particular kind of support is largely absent.

Cecilia is also a Professional Musician and Sound Healer…

As a Musician:

Cecilia is also a successful Professional Singer / Musician - sometimes the healing benefits of her beautiful singing voice are invaluable in her work - it can be particularly meaningful when talking isn’t possible, or the right words cannot be found. (Please click HERE for Cecilia’s music website).

Singing collectively has many well researched benefits too, and Cecilia is an excellent and experienced Singing Group Facilitator. Cecilia set up and ran a successful Singing Group at Dorothy House Hospice over several years.

Sound Healing:

There is also the option of weaving Sound Healing into a session - this may offer an additional benefit, perhaps especially when a client needs support, but would like to keep talking to a minimum. Having accidentally discovered that meditating with Tibetan Singing Bowls was a cure for a severe 30 year sleep disorder, Cecilia is able to interweave Sound Healing Meditation into a session (using Singing Bowls and Gongs), as part of her integrated therapeutic approach.

Please explore The Hope Garden website and do get in touch with any questions…

Cecilia’s peaceful & private space …