About

Sacred Reading Quests

Journey toward wholeness, with a group of like-minded individuals, as we use inspiring, soulful books as our maps. 

Upcoming Quests

Layer 1: Book Club

Creating community and conversation around powerful books 

Layer 2: Integration

Building relationship with psyche/soul and weaving its wisdom into daily life

Layer 3: Individuation

Depth psychology methods for wholeness & to remember who you are. 

What's A "Sacred Reading Quest"?

In The Power of Ritual: Turning Everyday Activities Into Soulful Practices, the author describes sacred reading as treating any inspirational text (Harry Potter, in the case of his podcast), as if it were sacred— asking questions of it that apply to the journey of life. Groups centered around such reading fosters intentionality, attention, and relationship—with the text, with oneself, with the community. It’s a way to integrate spiritual or psychological insight in our daily lives.

The Sacred: The Divine (think of a mystic's devotion rather than dogma and religion)

The Readings: These are books that awaken the psyche, stir the soul, and mirror our mythic path toward wholeness. Allow the text to highlight what is ready to be revealed in you and through you.

The Quests: At its heart, sacred reading is a shared journey of inner exploration — a quest for self-knowledge and soul embodiment. The word “quest” evokes the mythic Hero’s Journey that all seekers are called to walk.

Testimonials

Fool's Quest

⏳Embarks Nov 3!

đź“– Jung & Tarot: An Archetypal Journey

đź—“Virtual bi-weekly Monday night circles

🦉For: Anyone on the Seeker's path, via application.

Psychedelics, Carl Jung and Tarot all have something in common: Rich symbolism that speaks to the soul!

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Quest for Mythic Union

📚 Women Who Run With the Wolves + King, Warrior, Magician, Lover

🗓Virtual bi-weekly Monday night circles

🦉For: Singles looking for meaningful partnership

Integrating the healthy masculine and feminine within ourselves allows us to become and attract an ideal partner.

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Soulscape Quest

📖 Psychedelics & The Soul

đź—“Virtual 2nd & 4th Thursday night circles

🦉For: Facilitators, Coaches, Therapists

Travel through the mythopoetic. Those working with clients who use the power of plant medicine to open to heart, mind and soul will gain insights from the field.

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Stevie

"A therapist recommended this book to me years ago and I’m so glad I got to engage with it in this format with Brenda. The content of this book is transformative but i found the integration was greatly enhanced by Brenda’s reading of the chapters, the reflections she poses, and the collectivistic support - I found much personal  growth and empowerment through Brenda’s work and facilitation. I also found the book easier to comprehend and break down through her tools and readings, more so than I would be able to do independently. Forever thank you for making this opportunity available!"

 Kristianne

"So grateful, inspired, affirming.. Thank you from my soul & bones for creating & facilitating the group 🥰🤗"

Julie

I am thrilled to share my experience with Brenda Burke...Her ability to raise provocative, thought-provoking questions for contemplation sparks meaningful discussions that resonate long after our gatherings.

What sets Brenda apart is her unwavering commitment to member engagement. Through the Signal chat channel, she connects with us weekly, sharing current events that relate to our readings and encouraging us to explore the broader implications of our discussions. This creates a vibrant community where ideas flourish and friendships blossom.

Joining Brenda’s book club has been a transformative journey; it’s a space where I feel seen, heard, and inspired to grow. I wholeheartedly recommend this club to anyone seeking connection, growth, and the thrill of shared discovery. Thank you, Brenda, for your brilliant leadership and for creating such a meaningful experience for all of us!

*Slightly adapted from original share found here.

Lisa

"I really loved the personal attention given to everyone. Brenda has the gift of making each person feel that what they have to offer the world is important. She inspired amazing conversation and picked an incredible book! If you’re thinking about it, just do it!"

Sadie

"From the moment I experienced Brenda as a facilitator I knew she was a fantastic leader. Her depth of knowledge, connection to other resources and talent for creating a container in which spiritual processes can unfold is unmatched. I wholeheartedly recommend working with her."

Kara

Brenda brought together an amazing group for the book club and created a safe a nurturing space for growth. Her facilitation was gentle but powerful, and she led the meetings beautifully. The book was great reading, but the real enjoyment came from the depth of connection with incredible individuals. The conversations quickly and naturally came to focus on supporting each other in vulnerability and healing. The discussions went deep very quickly, and created a potent environment for transformation.

*Slightly adapted from original share found here.

Vicki

"Brenda is extremely dedicated to fostering good connection and communication in the group, helping it become more than a book club and more of a place where we are helping one another evolve and learn."