Reverend Dorthea Enrique Thomas

Rev. Dr. Dorthea Enrique is an interfaith minister, spiritual counselor, and holistic healing practitioner rooted in Detroit’s legacy of resilience and rebirth. She serves as a police chaplain-in-training, legal professional and a community advocate who blends spiritual law, restorative compassion, and strategic leadership. Her work bridges sacred wisdom with real world justice, offering support to individuals, families, and institutions navigating trauma, transformation, and crisis.

She is known for her lyrical voice, her healing presence, and her ability to create safe, sacred spaces for dialogue and growth across faith traditions, under the artist moniker "Goddess Dorthea." With a background in human resources, administrative leadership, law/ policy and spiritual counseling, she partners with community leaders to elevate ethics, emotional wellness, and dignity in public service.

Her mission is simple. Heal the city. Empower the people. Restore the soul of Detroit, one conversation, one prayer, and one community at a time.

@RevDrDorthea

Detroit, Michigan

With my online ordination, I aim to:

• Provide accessible spiritual guidance and support to people regardless of location.
• Serve diverse communities through interfaith ministry, promoting unity and understanding.
• Offer ceremonies and counseling that honor individual spiritual paths.
• Empower individuals to find healing, growth, and purpose in their lives.
• Build a platform for teaching spiritual principles and holistic wellness.
• Create safe spaces for connection, reflection, and transformation.

"For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." — Matthew 18:20

"Spirituality is not about religion; it’s about connecting with the sacred presence within and around us."

Interfaith Spiritualist, Omnism Enthusiast, Lover of Christ

My ceremonies are special because they are deeply personalized and rooted in spiritual connection. Each ceremony is crafted to honor the unique love story of the couple, blending interfaith principles with meaningful rituals that resonate with their values and beliefs. I focus on creating a sacred space where love, commitment, and community come together in harmony, fostering a sense of joy and unity that lasts beyond the ceremony itself.

I also bring a holistic approach, incorporating elements like affirmations, blessings, and mindful presence, which help couples and their guests feel truly connected to the moment. This intentionality transforms the ceremony into not just a legal union but a profound spiritual experience.

"And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." — 1 Corinthians 13:13

"Love is the bridge between you and everything." — Rumi

Interfaith Ministerial Services As an interfaith minister, I offer a diverse range of services to support individuals and communities through spiritual growth, life transitions, and holistic well-being. My goal is to meet you where you are on your journey and help you discover peace, purpose, and joy in every season of life.

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." — Jeremiah 29:11

Pastoral Care & Spiritual Counseling

One-on-one sessions (in-person or virtual) for grief support, life transitions, relationship healing, purpose discovery, and spiritual direction.

Tailored short-term and long-term care plans, with referrals to mental health professionals as needed.

Support designed to nurture emotional, spiritual, and personal growth.

Sacred Ceremonies & Rites of Passage

Weddings & Commitment Ceremonies: Personalized interfaith vows and rituals that honor your unique love story.

Funerals & Memorials: Customized services incorporating music, poetry, and ritual to celebrate life and honor memory.

Life Celebrations: Baby blessings, naming ceremonies, coming-of-age rites, and commitment renewals that mark life’s milestones.

Spiritual Mentoring & Leadership Coaching

Individual mentorship for spiritual growth, vocation discernment, and ethical leadership development.

Group coaching and leadership programs for women’s empowerment, nonprofit leaders, and faith-based community organizers.

Workshops, Classes & Retreats

Spiritual practices including meditation, prayer, breathwork, and mindfulness.

Creative spirituality workshops with writing, music, and journaling to explore inner wisdom.

Multi-day retreats for spiritual renewal, restoration, or focused learning (themes include healing, abundance, and self-love).

Interfaith & Inclusive Ministry

Services and programming that honor multiple faith traditions and inclusive spiritual expressions.

Educational sessions for congregations, schools, and community groups on interfaith spirituality and holistic well-being.

Music, Sound Healing & Ceremony Facilitation

Guided sound healing sessions, affirmation poetry, and music-infused rituals for individual or group healing.

Curated musical experiences for weddings, memorials, and other ceremonies.

Community-Building & Advocacy

Facilitation of support groups, healing circles, and public events focused on mental health, environmental justice, and women’s leadership.

Public speaking and media engagement on spiritual wellness, social justice, and community empowerment.

Customized Spiritual Resources

Personalized prayers, blessings, affirmations, poems, and liturgies for life events or daily practice.

Bespoke ceremony scripts and spiritual toolkits for families, organizations, or community programs.

How I Work

Intake & Consultation: Free 20–30 minute consultation to discuss needs, values, and logistics. Planning: Collaborative design of ceremonies or care plans with clear agreements on fees and timelines. Delivery: Services provided in-person or virtually, with travel options available (distance-based fees may apply). Follow-up: Post-service support, resources, or referrals as appropriate.

Fees & Accessibility

Sliding scale and reduced-fee options for low-income individuals and nonprofit organizations.

Package rates for ongoing mentoring, retreats, or multi-event services.

Donation-based or pro bono opportunities considered for urgent pastoral care or community initiatives.

Booking & Inquiries

Send a brief message outlining your needs (type of service, preferred dates, location, estimated size of gathering).

Request your free consultation to review logistics, values, and pricing.

For urgent pastoral needs (grief, crisis), indicate “urgent” and include the best contact method and availability.

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." — 1 Peter 5:7 "Healing is remembering who you are and reclaiming your wholeness." — Rev. Dr. Dorthea Enrique