Rev. Karen ArndorferRev. Karen Arndorfer recognizes the divinity in all people and has made a commitment to nurture and assist in the healing of individuals and communities. She sees her role as serving to remind us all, including herself, that every person is a teacher and each experience is a learning opportunity, regardless of our judgments and projections.

"When we embrace and honor differences, we see that others are merely reflections of the different aspects of ourselves. I believe Fellowship for Today serves to do this by providing a supportive and loving environment for growth and change."

Rev. Karen was ordained in 2003, and has served the Fellowship in many capacities for over 12 years. She has been director of the Fellowship's School of Ministry since its inception in 2000 and facilitates classes including New Thought, Mysticism, Indigenous and Primal Spirituality, Prayer and Meditation, and Spiritual Healing. These classes, and others, are open to all, including ministry students, Fellowship members, and the general public.

"I believe that studying and understanding the varied pathways of a spiritual life brings us to the state of Oneness we seek and is our Truth."

Karen's spiritual journey started with her Catholic roots which taught her a great deal about the importance and beauty of ritual and ceremony. Over the years, she has explored many spiritual teachings—from Eastern philosophy and religions, primal/indigenous spirituality to New Thought including Unity, Science of Mind, A Course in Miracles and others. The Fellowship has allowed Karen to embrace all of them.

"I am committed to assisting the Fellowship in its mission of 'Honoring All Spiritual Paths—Recognizing the Divine in Everyone' so that others may also find a welcoming home for their spiritual journey."

She speaks at the Fellowship once a month, and Fellowship members and guest speakers from across the country speak on the other Sundays. These teachings are always graced by very talented musicians who share their insight, love and beautiful music.

Rev. Karen has a B.S. in Education and a M.A. in Counseling Psychology. She has worked in outpatient psychiatric and substance abuse treatment programs and in a hospital setting managing women's and cancer services. She is a gifted clinician with a part-time private practice in East Lansing called "Transformational Pathways."

"I feel my interaction with all people is a gift and believe we assist one another in our growth and development."

Karen has been married for more than 20 years to Rob Curtner, her teacher, friend and blessed partner.