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Her doctoral studies focused on a contemplative approach to spiritual formation with particular emphasis on Ignatian spirituality. Her passion is to lead people into the depths of Jesus Christ, guided by the Spirit of Christ and an experiential approach to engaging with Scripture. She is also trained Spiritual Director after completing her studies through CenterQuest in Los Angeles, as well as being the Director of the Executive Leadership Program at Arrow Leadership Australia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f435d4448e0fd517afbaa6b/1599455698243-93HUGEGUL7RAVSX0M32H/631A4871.jpg Who We Are - Ps Steve Cawthorn Tobias Keene, D.D.S. Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Dr. Tobias Keene brings a bit of unabashed Southern hospitality to all his patients. He moved to Washington, D.C. over thirty years ago as a freshman at Ivy College. Right after graduation, he attended World University’s School of Dentistry. Before opening Keene Dental in 1994, he worked for free clinics and some of the finest practices in the District. He is part of the 123 Dental Association and stays up-to-date on the latest dental discoveries. When not striving to keep his patients happy and healthy, he’s enjoys hiking with his family in Rock Creek Park. https://www.theimmersionacademy.com/spiritualdirection-2022 daily 0.75 2023-07-10 https://www.theimmersionacademy.com/testimonials daily 0.75 2024-12-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f435d4448e0fd517afbaa6b/0470860a-467e-4e61-bc0f-b55b0022eef4/_DSC1431.jpg Testimonials - “The best journey takes you home.” And that is what immersion has felt like for me, a journey home. I loved every part of it, not wanting it to end. On this journey I have come face to face with myself, and the one who created me. Seeing truly that he is better than I ever thought he could be, and I am more loved than I ever thought possible. I saw Jesus and myself in a completely new way. I opened my heart and let down my walls being truly vulnerable and allowing others to journey with me. I felt immensely loved, intently heard, encouraged and safe week after week. Immersion has marked my life, and I am forever greatful for Ally and Steve for creating a safe place to discover and explore, diving deep into the unseen. I now know with all my heart that with him, I am already home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f435d4448e0fd517afbaa6b/ee37cee1-1685-43da-a9b9-c9040d0d36bf/IMG_1373.jpg Testimonials - “Doing the Immersion Experience was the richest intentional discipleship and true community experience I have encountered in my 35 years of walking with Christ. Some of the things the Father revealed to me during the journey have had significant impact on my relationship with Jesus and fostered a new level of spiritual freedom.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f435d4448e0fd517afbaa6b/352c1dcc-de73-4951-8732-2cb23135cc04/_DSC1452.jpg Testimonials - “Ally and Steve were skilled at creating safe places that quickly became sacred places in which to be real, push deeper, and gain insight that leads to transformation. Today’s Church and culture need the kind of safe space that Immersion so beautifully carves out.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f435d4448e0fd517afbaa6b/1635344013488-QX000QV40VA33RZFJGSQ/_DSC1425.jpg Testimonials - “I have never experienced a course like ‘The Immersion Experience’. It encourages you to explore the ‘hard’ questions, leading you into intimate encounters with God. 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