David MacDonald

David is an ordained elder in The United Methodist Church, as well as a Benedictine monk, as a member of the disperse St. Brigid of Kildare monastery. David is a trained spiritual director and retreat leader, and served as the chaplain at Ohio Northern University for eleven years, located in Ada, Ohio. David was named the Director of Osage Forest of Peace in January of 2024.

Upcoming Programs by David MacDonald

Spiritual Direction Session with Executive Director

Open Dates

Spiritual Direction with our Executive Director. David is a member of Spiritual Directors International, a professional organization of spiritual directors and companions. Sessions last for 1 hour, and payment is based on a slide scale, between $40-80, depending on what the directee is able to pay each time.

Summer Solstice Festival

Also With Jeni Enns

June 21 - 23, 2024

Let's gather together to celebrate the summer solstice at the Forest, and to balance the summer heat with rest and gratitude.

Prepare the Forest for August Sabbath Retreat

Also With Jeni Enns

July 26 - 28, 2024

Join us for a celebration on the last weekend the Forest will be open before its August sabbath and help us prepare for the sabbath with blessings and gratitude for our harvest.