“Before you tell your life what you intend to do with it, listen for what it intends to do with you.”
—Parker J. Palmer
Appreciations
Rebecca’s work over the years has influenced and aided many people. Here are a few of their thoughts on what she has done for them.
“Becky Przybylski is one of the most uniquely gifted leaders I have known: a symbiotic convergence of training, insight, experience, wisdom, and grace. Her capacity to hear not just what is said but what underlies the words, and to see not just what is readily apparent but what is behind the curtain is extraordinary.
“When Becky speaks her voice thunders not with the authority of force or insistence, but with authority of a different kind. It’s the kind of authority that can only come from a life of deep authenticity and courage that is experienced and committed to the path to which it invites another. No other single person has had a more profound impact on my life and leadership.”
Steve North
Founder, LifeLine Toledo
“When I think of Rebecca, I think of wisdom, perspective and calm presence. Some of her gifts are her ability to listen & her wise counsel, her gift for calling others to quiet & listening to their hearts, her intentionality and creative resourcefulness.”
Lindsey
Small Business Owner & Retreatant
“Fate brought Becky and I together at a time when I was seeking greater clarity and guidance. With her warm, kind and compassionate support, I was able to focus on understanding the root cause of my own actions and reflect on how it had shaped my current way of thinking.
Becky is the type of person who takes the time to listen and makes you feel heard. More than that, she is able to understand what you are saying and feeling even better than yourself. In my case, she pointed me in a more positive direction, to look at the situation from a different lens and to focus on what I could do.
Becky has a true gift for helping people to become a better version of themselves. Over the course of a few weeks, she encouraged me to pause, listen to my instincts and reach farther than I could have imagined. I know that the skills I’ve learned will help me in my personal and professional life for years to come.”
Rebecca B.
Coaching Client
“There is something so safe about being in her presence.”
Retreatant
“Becky listened to the spiritual needs of our congregation with compassion. After a bit of discerning, she proposed and helped us execute a 1/2 day retreat. She carefully chose Scripture, orated a special reading, created experiential stations, and helped create a space for us to better hear the Holy Spirit. It was exactly what we needed. I appreciated Becky’s gentleness, leadership, and insight. I can’t wait to work with her again!”
Melanie Wahlgren
Church member & Chief Ink! Officer at Experience Ink!
“Rebecca is so genuine and accepting of anyone. She walks the tightrope between truth and grace so freely. That acceptance and love is something I rarely feel with any other person, which just tells me how rare it is. She has an amazing gift of hospitality and intentionality. She goes out of her way to help me feel “at home.” She also has an amazing gift of creating space for people to encounter quiet, stillness, and to become more aware of the ability to tune into God.”
Katie
LPC, CWC, Professor
“In my experience Rebecca has been a peaceful, present, rooted, spirit filled, listening, calm…guiding light for me. Our conversations are agenda free, open, and rooted in the way of Jesus and the story of Gods interaction with humanity.
“I pray more after I’ve been with her.
“I’ve had my understanding of prayer shaped by our conversations.”
Directee
“Rebecca is someone who has an amazing ability to conceive ways to help people connect with God. From my perspective, her mini-retreats and gatherings are evidence of: 1) a creative mind that can conceptualize new (and better) ways of doing things; 2) a deep understanding of how to help people open up to the idea of connecting with God and 3) a willingness to strike out and take risks.”
Bob Beer
President, SDG Publishing, Inc.
“Becky is that awesome mix between patient, wise counselor and curious, playful friend. She’s sat with me in grief and doubt, keeping silence when silence was needed, and asking hard questions to guide me to process my thoughts and feelings when those questions needed asked.
“Becky was one of the first people to clue me in on ancient and alternative ways of connecting with God, opening up my spiritual eyes to a whole and holy “new” world of faithful living. She helped me see the holiness of fun and joy in partnership with spiritual practices. She is humble, creative, gentle… and at the same time tenacious, honest, and fun-loving. I appreciate Becky for the way she is approachable, which has helped make God feel more approachable. She has also believed in me, helping me to confront lies I thought about myself, encouraging me to listen for God’s voice, and nudging me toward my own gifts and passions.”
Amanda Zuehlke
Congregational Life Coordinator at Middleburg Heights Community UCC
“Becky is an ‘old’ soul. By that I mean she has a depth, wisdom, tenderness, and insight that comes from long hours contemplating the things of God with God. This makes her a wonderful, trusted guide for those who are drawn into searching for goodness and beauty in the world, in their hearts and in others. I warmly recommend Becky as a friend and fellow shepherd in The Way.”
Gary Black, Jr., PhD
Author, Professor, Pastor
“My time with Coach Rebecca Przybylski was an invaluable part of my leadership journey. She is a gifted listener and wise guide, who helped me to learn and grow into a more heartful leader. If you long to become the leader that God has called you to be, I encourage you to invite Coach Rebecca to join you on your journey.”
Bishop Daniel G. Beaudoin
Northwestern Ohio Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
