A bit about me...
Hi, my name is Greg Malone. I hold a Master of Divinity and a Master in Counseling degree, and am also a Board Certified Chaplain. I have worked in many settings, including congregational care in two denominations, palliative care in two hospital systems, and home community care while doing hospice care. My spiritual background includes Presbyterianism, Anglicanism, Four Square International Church, vipassana buddhism, Celtic spirituality, Lakota tribe medicine wheel work and Quaker. I am an elder in training at Sacred Groves where I have worked with grief medicine as well.
I believe that while my values and beliefs were much narrower earlier in life, now—after nearly 60 years in the school of hard knocks—my worldview and spiritual beliefs have become far more expansive and inclusive. I embrace the richness of the LGBTQA+ community and honor the wisdom found in diverse faith traditions. What matters most to me is one simple question: How is your spirituality supporting you in life? Does it make life richer? Does it bring more awareness? Does it invite you to become a better version of yourself? Can it meet the difficulties that life inevitably brings?
I was raised in the deep South within the Anglican tradition, where I developed a deep respect for ritual, liturgy, tradition, and conservative values. Over time, however, life presented experiences that challenged those beliefs, prompting me to reimagine my spirituality in a way that felt more expansive, authentic, and aligned with the realities I witnessed.
Nature has become a profound spiritual teacher for me. In its rhythms and presence, I’ve found grounding, acceptance, and a quiet wisdom that speaks to both life and death. The changing seasons have taught me about impermanence and renewal, and in my former career in palliative care and hospice medicine, I was continually invited into the sacred question: What does it mean to let go? Sitting with countless individuals in their final days, I came to believe that even in life’s darkest moments, redemption and beauty are possible.
My spiritual path has also led me to Buddhist sanghas, where I’ve learned the power of silence, the truth of impermanence, and the practice of inner compassion. I’ve joined other men in Native American sweat lodges, reflecting deeply on forgiveness and its place in my life.
I believe our spiritual beliefs are not only shaped by tradition but also by the life experiences that teach us how to hold those beliefs with grace and resilience. My approach to spiritual direction is rooted in patient listening. My intention is to offer a compassionate presence—one that supports, clarifies, and honors the unique journey of each person I accompany.
If you would like compassionate help in finding your way, I'm here to help...
