About Pam Rotelle Robertson
Pam has been leading and teaching others how to live more meaningful and joy-filled lives for over twenty-five years. Through her experiences, she teaches with confidence and humility that leaves people feeling both supported and nurtured. Known as a compassionate listener, she has become a sought-after speaker, guide, and leader dedicated to raising awareness on a variety of spiritual topics.
Much of Pam’s preparation for this work has come from her own life experiences. She also credits the many teachers and mentors who have been essential to her spiritual growth.
Additionally, she has dedicated herself to ongoing education and development. Here are some of the programs she has completed:
Drew Theological School, M.A., Ministry
Drew Theological School, Spiritual Formation Certificate
Moravian University, Graduate Spiritual Direction Certificate
Moravian University, Spiritual Direction Supervision Training
Moravian University, Training in the Practices of Wisdom
Ordained Elder and Stephen Minister, Presbyterian Church, USA
WORK
Pam is Parish Associate for Spiritual Formation at Central Presbyterian Church in Summit, NJ. Caring and nurturing the souls of Central Presbyterian Church through groups, classes and spiritual care.
Pam is a member of the Spiritual Direction Graduate Certificate Program at Moravian Theological Seminary. Pam teaches the Seminary Prayer class and has been offering supervision to students in the two-year Spiritual Direction program. Pam also assists in planning and hosting fall and spring semester class retreats. She is co-host of the Seminary Podcast called Find Your Center, Find Your Feet https://pamrotellerobertson.podbean.com . Pam is also a member of the MTS Alumni Council, helping to continue the Seminary’s commitment to carrying its traditions and heritage into the future.
As a teacher, Spiritual Director and Host of The Talking Joy Podcast, Pam give talks on a variety of topics, including Prayer, The Power of Words, Insightful Parenting, and How to Create More Joy, Stillness, and Clarity in Your Life. You can work with her in person or over zoom. You can also keep in touch with her on The Talking Joy Podcast, blog or sign up for the 5/21 daily prayer practices—available now!
Personal Bio
When I was a young, I was curious about the meaning of life beyond what I learned in church and school, I found that I had an intuitive understanding of my spirituality. This was nurtured at a young age by my grandmothers who both played a large role in my spiritual formation, although I didn’t quite understand this gift at the time.
It wasn’t until I was in my mid-twenties, when my mom died, that I would use the tools I was taught and tap into my spirituality. After suddenly losing my mom, I realized the fragility of life, and became reconnected with a curiosity about my purpose and intentional contribution to the world. A few years later, newly married and with my first child, I joined a women’s circle and found exactly what I was looking for to feed my soul in a way that was positive and nourishing.
After several years of being a participant, I was invited to lead a group on my own. I accepted the invitation, although reluctantly, and unknowingly took the first step in changing the course of my life. This invitation led me back to school to pursue a Masters degree in Ministry while raising four small children.
Unlocking this side of myself brought upon the choice to be strong, gave me confidence, and a greater sense of joy. I now live out this passion by connecting with others through my teaching, while living in New Jersey with my husband, children and two dogs.
How it all began
Contemplating wise words from great thinkers at a young age became an important practice for Pam. When she started teaching and leading groups, she began handing out inspirational quotes on slips of paper. Reading them together became her signature spiritual exercise. Years later she would place a big bowl of quotes on her daughter’s desk to offer her encouragement during a bumpy transition to high school. This invitation led to creating a business selling quotes in small jars.
Pam is the Co-Founder of Meredith's Jars of Joy, LLC with her oldest daughter, Meredith, and has spent the last decade helping readers to spiritually connect through this simple tool. Pam gives talks on The Power of Words. She teaches others that what we say and how we choose our words can make all the difference.
Read more about Meredith’s Jars of Joy and find out how you can purchase jars of your own.
Continuing to Spread the Joy
Pam is the Founder of spiritual lifestyle brand, Talking Joy, providing talks that help you to realize your value while creating authentic connections with others.
Pam believes that nothing that we do is without impact on our spiritual life. The intention of spiritual practices is to keep pulling us back to the present moment. It is in the here and now that we come to know ourselves and are then ready to connect with others in a much more meaningful way. At the close of each podcast, Pam shares quotes from Meredith’s Jars of Joy.
Talking Joy the Podcast
Talking Joy Podcasts are talks that help listeners realize their personal value while creating authentic connections with others. Through these thought provoking conversations, Pam brings the same care, inspiration and wisdom she shares in her small groups to a larger audience.
