Hi there, I’m Amy.
I’m an Interfaith Minister, Funeral Director & spiritual counsellor. Born and raised on Dharug & Gundungurra Country, I’ve recently returned to the Blue Mountains with my partner and our daughter, after 20 years gallivanting around the globe.
I lived in London for 12 years where I completed my two year Interfaith Ministry training with OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation and studied for four years with the Triratna Sangha at the London Buddhist Centre.
Following a series of poignant bereavements throughout my life, I’m primarily drawn to end-of-life care and funeral work. I’m passionate about doing death differently and know how supportive it can be to have someone unflinching alongside you in heart-searing grief. It’s a privilege to be entrusted with that holding.
When not dreaming up ceremonies of magic & meaning, you’ll find me making music, working for Regional Arts Australia, chopping kindling, doing pilates, ocean swimming and chasing after my 4 year old.
WHAT IS AN INTERFAITH MINISTER?
An Interfaith Minister is an non-denominational minister who has undertaken an intensive two year training in Ministry and Spiritual Counselling with the One Spirit Interfaith Foundation - an educational charity based in London & a sister school of the One Spirit Alliance based in New York.
Interfaith Ministers support people of all faiths and none, celebrating the universal truths found in all spiritual traditions. For me, ‘Interfaith’ means having a deep curiosity and respect for the many ways we try to understand our existence, celebrate life, and connect to something sacred.
Interfaith is not a religion. It walks among the religions. Interfaith begins when we create a bridge between one set of beliefs and traditions and another. An Interfaith Minister ideally is one who turns towards all, regardless of their beliefs or practices, with an open heart and mind, offering them a mirror to their own wholeness and their own divinity.
- OneSpirit Interfaith Minister, Susanna Stefanachi Macomb
FAQ: All your questions answered…
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I live and work on Dharug & Gundungarra country and primarily serve the beautiful Blue Mountains community. However I do travel within the wider Sydney region and further afield upon special request.
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FUNERAL COSTS
Funeral costs vary but you can find a full cost breakdown here »
ALL OTHER CEREMONIES
I offer a sliding scale of fees ranging from $200 - $1500+ depending on the service, but I will tailor a package that is suitable for your needs and budget. Get in touch and we can talk it over. -
As a general baseline, I will always arrive armed with my Magical Ministry Suitcase which includes:
- bluetooth speaker + playlists of your music
- candles & matches
- altar supplies to create a central space such as: flowers, cloths & fabrics, pebbles, shells, stones, sticks etc
- a printed copy of the ceremony for you to keep
*I can provide a simple PA system upon request for larger spaces. -
BA Communications - Theatre/Media
Charles Sturt University, 2001 - 2003
Bathurst, AustraliaOrdained Interfaith Minister & Spiritual Counsellor
OneSpirit Interfaith Foundation Seminary, 2014 - 2016
London, UKSt Ethelburga's Sacred Activists Young Leaders
St. Ethelburga’s Centre for Peace & Reconciliation, 2016 - 2017
London, UK
This 9 month leadership programme brought together 25 young people with different beliefs to explore faith in action, accumulating with time spent volunteering in a refugee camp in Greece.Certified Visual Medicine Facilitator
Visual Medicine HQ, 2018
London, UK
Developed over two decades of research and practice by artist + psychotherapist Suzette Clough, Visual Medicine™ is a spiritual creative healing practice and painting process. I trained in London with Suzette Clough and am certified to lead others in this art therapy modality.CityLit Psychology
2013 - 2015, London, UK
A lover of learning and personal development, I have completed a number of certified courses through CityLit including Positive Psychology, the Psychology of Trauma and Cultural Psychology.Certified Meditation & Mindfulness Teacher
University College London, 2014
London, UK
Studying with renowned teacher and Positive Psychologist Dr. Itai Itzvan, at University College of London this training was accredited by the Complementary Medical Association. -
A minister or priest is a religious leader who performs ceremonies in their church or place of worship following specific religious wordings and structure. An Interfaith Minister is a freelance celebrant who serves people of all faiths, beliefs and philosophies. They craft bespoke ceremony based on the beliefs of their clients, and will often interweave many different rituals, customs and traditions informed by the spiritual values of their clients.
Blog: Moments Of Meaning
You can gain a snapshot into some moments that matter through my blog bits here…
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If you’d like to connect or learn more, I offer a Free 15 minute Discovery Call so we can say hello, get a vibe & start dreaming into your perfect ceremony. Simply get in touch over here >>
Photography Credits:
Imagery on this website includes the skilful photography of: olguinphotography.com.au + frederiquebellecphotography.com + www.twigsbranchphotography.com + www.kristofferpaulsen.com
In those 10 years I’ve lived in 8 homes. Travelled through 15 countries. Retrained, got ordained and found my love tribe. I wrote songs and made albums and sung through tears with the choir. I married beloveds. I buried beloveds. I walked alongside many in their despair.