Helping faith leaders address cultural loneliness by implementing rhythms of joy & lament into their communities, which leads to a greater sense of belonging.
HEIDI BRINGS CONNECTION
Humans are created for connection. In a world where isolation is rampant, it is essential to create spaces where we can be seen. When we share our creativity, our emotions, and our very presence, we help reduce global loneliness.
HEIDI’S DEMO REEL: THE JOY/LAMENT PARADOX
HEIDI’S TALK TOPICS
TABLE FOR TWO: CREATING SPACE FOR JOY & LAMENT
Humans are complex. We often carry both joy and sorrow when we walk into a faith community. In this session, Heidi encourages people of faith to address loneliness by providing practical rhythms for both joy & grief to be expressed, which leads to a greater sense of belonging.
THE ART OF BEING HUMAN
As the role of AI surges, creatives may fear becoming obsolete. Rather than fear AI, now is the time to embrace our humanity as the foundation for genuine art. In this talk, Heidi encourages faith leaders to create opportunities for artistic expression to thrive in their communities.
LET THERE BE JOY
Is your community a church for families, or is your church a family? In this session, Heidi encourages worship leaders to incorporate children as integral contributors to our gatherings.
Hanging with Ally Osborne at KOIN 6-Everyday Northwest for an interview & live music performance
Bringing music to Portland’s Living Room (Pioneer Courthouse Square)
Speaking Testimonials
Heidi was “‘all-in’ and passionate about the topic, which made me more passionate too. She has a fun, lovely & transparent way of communicating.” -Jackie B.
Heidi’s speech is “marked by gentle words of encouragement & strong words of truth. She has won the hearts of the entire congregation from the youngest child to the oldest grandma.” -Sharon G.
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Heidi Beth Sadler is a wild violinist living in Portland, Oregon. Her beautiful environment inspires her to create.
Heidi has been playing music for more than three decades. She spent significant years of her childhood in Romania, where she learned how to sing and harmonize with others. Currently, she is a worship leader at Grace Church in downtown Portland. She brings music to senior centers and teaches violin.
With her husband Benjamin, she co-fronts world-folk rock band Chasing Ebenezer. They’ve recorded multiple albums of original music and travel around the Pacific Northwest with their lively sound, heartfelt stories, and bohemian vibes.