Ron DelBene’s Bio

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Ron DelBene is a poet, artist, author of books and videos and an Episcopal priest. He has been doing spiritual direction and leading programs in the area of spirituality and pastoral care across the country since 1963. He holds a Master’s degree in Theology and a Doctor of Ministry degree in Spirituality and Organizational Systems. With his wife, Dr. Eleanor McKenzie DelBene, he directs The Hermitage, a non-profit corporation devoted to providing spiritual growth and direction.

He was an assistant professor of theology, director of a campus ministry center, and the national consultant in religion for a CBS education division. Since 1980, Ron’s leadership in organizational systems has been primarily in churches, empowering them in understanding their mission, goals and structure for effective and creative ministry.

Ron and Eleanor have two grown children, Paul and Anne. Paul and his spouse, Gayle, have a daughter, Matsue, and a son, Luca.

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