Practicing Our Faith - Hospitality with Rachel Kongshaug

We are in the midst of the Practicing our Faith Sermon Series. This series highlights voices from within our community, sharing how each of us embodies spiritual practices in everyday life. Spiritual Practices are concrete activities to engage in to open ourselves to the transforming presence of God.  Our Embodiment Sundays offer guided ways to step into the practice together.

Hospitality is the practice of making room for others and welcoming them as they are. More than entertaining guests, it is participating in God's welcome by extending care, presence, and belonging to neighbors, strangers, friends, and even those who challenge us. 

Rachel Kongshaug, PT, MPT, PCS is a pediatric physical therapist and healthcare leader with more than 20 years of experience serving children and families. She currently serves as Director of Clinical Services for Eastern Iowa at ChildServe, where she oversees rehabilitation therapies, behavioral health, and clinical programs.

Rachel is passionate about helping people flourish through compassionate care, both professionally and personally. She and her husband live in Cedar Rapids with their five children and are active members of Wellington Heights Community Church, where she volunteers in children’s ministry. In her free time, Rachel enjoys reading, knitting, and coaching volleyball.