Anne A. Simpkinson
Anne A. Simpkinson is an award-winning journalist, editor, and writing coach. She has co-edited two anthologies — Sacred Storiesand Nourishing the Soul — and co-wrote Soul Work: A Field Guide for Spiritual Seekers. When living in New York City, she rode the wave of media transformations — from websites to digital communications — in her positions with Beliefnet.com, Prevention magazine, WeightWatchers.com, and Guideposts. She also served as Communications Director for Mercy by the Sea for several years. Anne has been practicing Centering Prayer (CP) since 1996. She facilitates contemplative prayer and themed retreats in New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
Upcoming Programs by Anne A. Simpkinson
Write. Contemplate. Create
Life is like a river, generally flowing strong and constant and at times hindered by obstacles, churned by storms, and diminished by drought. As we move through life, we gather experiences and create stories that need telling. How do we share these stories? How do we communicate them with honesty, courage, imagination, and a […]
Writing from the Soul
“Stories have to be told or they die, and when they die, we can’t remember who we are or why we’re here.” — Sue Monk Kidd All of us have myriad stories to tell. Some involve our family history, spiritual journey, experiences in nature, or a life-changing situation. Stories can take many forms, but […]