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#58 When a Book Becomes a Mentor: Reading as Discipleship with Sue Donaldson
Apr 30, 2026
55m 08s
#57 Living the Sabbath Way with Travis West
Apr 22, 2026
55m 06s
#56 Discovering God's Will Through Others
Apr 14, 2026
7m 16s
#55 The Gift of the Body of Christ Throughout the Centuries with Ben Lansing
Apr 7, 2026
46m 06s
#54 Holy Leisure: Transform Your Quiet Time from Duty to Delight with Cara Ray
Mar 31, 2026
41m 52s
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| 4/30/26 | ![]() #58 When a Book Becomes a Mentor: Reading as Discipleship with Sue Donaldson✨ | reading as discipleshipimpact of devotional literature+4 | Sue Donaldson | My Utmost for His HighestNever Alone: Stories of Invitation & Connection+4 | — | discipleshipOswald Chambers+5 | — | 55m 08s | |
| 4/22/26 | ![]() #57 Living the Sabbath Way with Travis West✨ | Sabbathrest+4 | Travis West | The Sabbath Way: Making Room for Rest, Connection, and DelightThe Sabbath by Abraham Joshua Heschel | — | Sabbathrest+5 | — | 55m 06s | |
| 4/14/26 | ![]() #56 Discovering God's Will Through Others✨ | faithGod's will+4 | — | Glordinary podcastThe Little Flowers of St. Francis+2 | — | faithGod's will+5 | — | 7m 16s | |
| 4/7/26 | ![]() #55 The Gift of the Body of Christ Throughout the Centuries with Ben Lansing✨ | saintsChristian faith+4 | Ben Lansing | OurChurchSpeaks.comOur Church Speaks: An Illustrated Devotional of Saints from Every Era and Place+1 | — | body of ChristChristianity+5 | — | 46m 06s | |
| 3/31/26 | ![]() #54 Holy Leisure: Transform Your Quiet Time from Duty to Delight with Cara Ray✨ | holy leisurequiet time+3 | Cara Ray | Celebration of DisciplineThe Pursuit of Holy Leisure: Enjoying God in Everyday Places+2 | — | quiet timeholy leisure+3 | — | 41m 52s | |
| 3/24/26 | ![]() #53 How is Your Soul? One of the Most Important Questions to God✨ | soullove God+4 | — | GotQuestions.orgExpressions of the Soul: Celtic Christianity and Life withGod+1 | The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Prayer Cabin | soullove God+5 | — | 14m 03s | |
| 3/17/26 | ![]() #52 Nurturing the Soul: Celtic Christianity & Life with God with Robin T. Jennings✨ | Celtic Christianityspirituality+4 | Robin T. Jennings | Expressions of the Soul: Celtic Christianity and Life with God | — | Celtic Christianitysoul+5 | — | 49m 49s | |
| 3/10/26 | ![]() #51 Making Space for God: Monthly 24-Hour Retreats with Joel Hogan✨ | spiritual retreatsintimacy with God+3 | Joel Hogan | Christian Reformed World MissionsSpiritual Retreat for Tired Souls+1 | PhilippinesThe Hermitage Retreat Center+2 | retreatsGod+5 | — | 53m 04s | |
| 11/18/25 | ![]() #50 From Calling to Celebration — The Story God Wrote on Launch Night✨ | spiritual journeyGod's presence+4 | Robert Prince | Kevin Melton Productions, LLClorigmelton.com+2 | — | Journey with a Giantspirituality+5 | — | 31m 54s | |
| 11/4/25 | ![]() Calling, Cost, & Joy–What Lori’s Story Can Teach Us About Our Own✨ | spiritual growthfaith+3 | Lori G. Melton | Kevin Melton Productions, LLClorigmelton.com+2 | — | spiritualitywriting+3 | — | 36m 52s | |
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| 10/28/25 | ![]() #48 Shaping the Story--Behind the Scenes of Journey with a Giant with Editor Leslie Calhoun✨ | editingcreative process+4 | Leslie Calhoun | Waterbrook BooksPenguin Random House+1 | — | editingJourney with a Giant+5 | — | 35m 11s | |
| 10/21/25 | ![]() Your JWAG Questions, Answered! | In this special episode of The Journey with a Giant podcast, Lori G. Melton explores the most frequently asked questions from readers and those just discovering Journey with a Giant.Before diving into the questions, Lori shares a moving story from her week that illustrates the reach and healing this practice can have. From a chance encounter to a heartfelt conversation with a woman searching for connection and comfort, Lori reflects on how Journey with a Giant can touch lives in unexpected and profound ways.Then, she answers the questions that matter most like:What is a “Giant” and who qualifies as one?How do I find or choose my Giant?Can I journey alone, or is it better in a group?What if someone else chooses the same Giant I did?How do I structure my journey and what resources should I use?How long does it take, and what can I expect to experience?If you’re curious about the practice and looking for clarity, encouragement, and practical guidance, this episode was created with you in mind! 📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. MeltonDownloadable Journey with a Giant Discussion GuideWatch this Episode on YouTube.Music: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit lorigmelton.com or thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. | — | ||||||
| 10/14/25 | ![]() When Justice Becomes Worship: Kirstin Olson’s Journey with Fannie Lou Hamer | Through the courage and faithfulness of those who have gone before us, God calls us forward—to the steps of courage He is asking of us today. In this episode of 'The Journey with the Giant' podcast, Lori G. Melton and Robert Prince introduce fellow writer Kirstin Olson as she shares her transformative experience journeying with civil rights leader Fannie Lou Hamer. Kirstin, a language teacher and recent empty nester, reflects on the profound impact this spiritual practice has had on her faith and personal life, revealing how Hamer's resilience and activism have inspired her to confront injustice in her community and embrace deeper worship. The discussion highlights the importance of walking with others in our spiritual lives and emphasizes the enduring wisdom gained from walking with giants of the faith. This enriching conversation encourages listeners to pursue a deeply intentional spiritual journey and honor the sacrifices of those who came before. Kirstin’s experience with Fannie Lou Hamer inspires us to step courageously into acts of justice, compassion, and worship in our own lives.📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Walk with Me: A Biography of Fannie Lou Hamer by Kate Clifford LarsonFannie Lou Hamer Testimony Before the Credentials Committee (1964), YouTube recording, 8 min.Precious Lord, Take My Hand Recording of Fannie Lou Hamer, YouTube RecordingAdditional Links:Watch on YouTube. Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. MeltonJourney with a Giant Discussion GuideMusic: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 10/7/25 | ![]() #45 Walking With Friends: Why Community Transforms the Journey | There is a beautiful grace when we include others on our spiritual journey. In this episode of Journey with a Giant, Lori G. Melton and co-host Robert Prince explore the transformative power of walking with a giant of the faith alongside friends.They reflect on the spiritual growth, transformation, and joy that multiply when we share our spiritual life with others. Walking with a giant in community provides encouragement, accountability, and a safe space to explore faith, creating experiences that are richer and more rewarding than walking alone. Listeners will gain practical ideas for what it could look like to Journey with a Giant with friends and discover how shared reflection and companionship can multiply the understanding and transformation of all those in the group. 📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a GiantJourney with a Giant Discussion GuideAdditional Links:Watch this episode on YouTube. Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. Melton The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterMusic: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 9/30/25 | ![]() #44 Friendship, Formation, and the Giants Who Guide Us with Julie Blakely & Sherri Willett | Some relationships don’t just enrich our lives—they shape our souls. In this episode of Journey with a Giant, Lori G. Melton sits down with longtime friends Julie Blakely and Sherri Willett to explore the gift of spiritual friendship and the transformative practice of walking with giants.They share how their bond as “Abba Sisters” and the Celtic concept of Anam Cara (soul friendship) have deepened their spiritual journeys, offering guidance, encouragement, and accountability. Listen as they reflect on the influence of giants like Madeleine L’Engle, Evelyn Underhill, Henri Nouwen, Elizabeth Elliot, and Harriet Tubman, and how these figures have shaped their faith, personal growth, and the courage to live faithfully in community.This conversation is a celebration of the profound impact of companionship on the spiritual life and the giant journey and a reminder that formation happens best when we journey together.📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Anam Cara by John O’DonahueWalking on Water: Reflections on Faith & Art by Madeleine L’EngleThe Ways of the Spirit by Evelyn Underhill and Grace Adolphsen BrameAdditional Links:Click Here to watch on YouTube. Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a Giant Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. MeltonMusic: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 9/23/25 | ![]() #43 Passing on the Practice: Sister Diane Zerfas & Two Decades of Walking with Giants (Part 2!) | Some stories just don’t inform us; they shape us. In this episode of Journey with a Giant, gifted storyteller Sister Diane Zerfas, the Spiritual Formations Director at the Dominican Center in Grand Rapids, shares the remarkable transformations she has witnessed in her students over more than two decades of guiding them in the practice of walking with spiritual giants.You’ll hear how this practice provides a deep-rooted connection in a world that often feels untethered and isolated. Through walking with giants, we are reminded that we never walk alone. The episode concludes with Sister Diane’s heartfelt prayer for the practice, an invitation to notice God’s presence in our own lives and the faithful examples around us. You won’t want to miss it! Resources:Adam by Henri Nouwen.The Dominican Center of Grand Rapids, MIClick Here to watch on YouTube. Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a Giant Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. Melton The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterMusic: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 9/16/25 | ![]() #42 Passing on the Practice: Sr Diane Zerfas and Two Decades of Walking with Giants! (Part I) | Some conversations feel like opening a treasure chest and this week’s episode is one of them!This week on Journey with a Giant, hosts Lori G. Melton and Robert Prince welcome Sister Diane Zerfas, the Spiritual Formations Director at the Dominican Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan— the one who first introduced Lori and hundreds of other students to the practice of walking with spiritual giants, for the first of a special two-part series.Listen as Sister Diane opens up about her own path with spiritual giants, her story-driven approach to spiritual direction, and the biblical and practical significance of companioning with these mentors.If you’ve enjoyed the previous episodes, you’re going to absolutely love this one!📚 Resources:Sacred Companions: The Gift of Spiritual Friendship and Direction by David G. Benner—a great book if you are curious to learn more about spiritual direction.The Dominican Center of Grand Rapids, MI Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a Giant Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. Melton Click here to watch this episode on YouTube The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterMusic: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 9/9/25 | ![]() #41 Trusting the Spirit’s Call: Andy Rebollar’s Journey with Thomas Merton & Henri Nouwen | This week on Journey with a Giant, host Lori G. Melton and co-host Robert Prince welcome Andy Rebollar—a spiritual director, at-home dad, and facilitator at the Dominican Center in Grand Rapids—for a deeply thoughtful conversation about his transformative experiences walking with Henri Nouwen and Thomas Merton.Andy shares how these spiritual giants invited him to a deeper trust in God’s guidance, to explore vulnerability and shadow with courage, and to live out his faith in a way that embraces both solitude and community. From Merton’s contemplative depth to Nouwen’s radical honesty and eventual home at L’Arche, Andy’s story reflects the beauty of letting God’s Spirit lead—even into unfamiliar or surprising places.This conversation is a reminder that the giants God gives us are not simply teachers, but companions who help us, through their example, to become more fully ourselves in Christ. Andy’s reflections will encourage you to live with joyful curiosity and trust that God is directing every step of your journey — whether it appears that way in the moment or not.📚Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Living with Wisdom: A Biography of Thomas Merton by Jim Forest Befriending Life: Encounters with Henri Nouwen by Michael Ford Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a Giant Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. Melton Click here to watch this episode on YouTube The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterIf this conversation encouraged you, share it with a friend so they can be inspired, too!Music: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For encouragement and resources to grow in your walk with God, visit thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 9/2/25 | ![]() #40 A Pastor Pastored: Colin Tuggle's Journey with Eugene Peterson | This week on Journey with a Giant, host Lori G. Melton and co-host Robert Prince welcome pastor and nonprofit leader Colin Tuggle for a heartfelt conversation about his transformative experience walking with spiritual giant Eugene Peterson.Through Peterson’s example, Colin found permission to slow down, embrace the long, hidden work of pastoring, and deepen his intimacy with Jesus. Peterson’s legacy—staying faithful in one place, resisting the lure of celebrity, and nurturing a local flock for decades—became a guiding light for Colin, both as a follower of Christ and a pastor.This conversation reminds us that even those who shepherd others need to be shepherded themselves. And that sometimes, the most transformative companionship comes not from the stage, but from the quiet, ordinary faithfulness of those who finish the race well.For more about Colin and his ministry, visit https://www.adkmission.org.📚 Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeA Burning in My Bones: The Authorized Biography of Eugene H. Peterson by Winn CollierClick here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a GiantJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterClick here to watch the episode on YouTube.Music: The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025For more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 8/26/25 | ![]() #39 When Doctrine Meets Devotion: Stacy Holmes’ Journey with John Calvin | This week on Journey with a Giant, host Lori G. Melton and co-host Robert Prince sit down with guest Stacy Holmes—a wife, mom, homeschooler, podcaster, pastor, and spiritual director—for a thought-provoking conversation about her journey with the spiritual giant John Calvin.Stacy shares about her unexpected journey with John Calvin, a theological giant she once thought she had little in common with. Yet during the difficult days of COVID-19, Calvin’s insatiable hunger for Scripture and his passion for reform became a surprising source of comfort, conviction, and guidance. Through his writings, Stacy discovered not only a deeper love for the Word of God but also the beauty of engaging voices across theological divides.This conversation is both grounding and stretching, reminding us that God often meets us through unlikely companions. For more information about Stacy or her podcast, visit https://www.glordinary.com/Resources Mentioned in This Episode:The Piety of John Calvin: A Collection of His Spiritual Prose, Poems, and Hymns, translated by Ford Lewis Battles. Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with a Giant Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G. MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterMusic, The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025.For more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 8/19/25 | ![]() #38 From Curiosity to Communion—Robert Prince’s Journey with John O’Donohue & Thomas Merton | This week on Journey with a Giant, Lori turns the microphone towards her co-host, Pastor Robert Prince—and what a conversation it is! Robert opens up about his own season of spiritual apathy and the surprising ways God reawakened his heart through journeying with two remarkable spiritual giants.His first giant, John O’Donohue, ushered him into the beauty and depth of Celtic Christianity, sparking a faith renewal that led to a life-changing pilgrimage to Ireland. His second, Thomas Merton, invited him into the gifts of solitude, silence, and experiencing God’s presence in creation. Together, these mentors—one a poet-philosopher, the other a contemplative monk—have shaped Robert’s spiritual life, creativity, and ministry in profound ways.Along the way, Robert shares moments of awakening, the practices that keep him rooted, and how walking with giants can help each of us draw closer to Jesus. Whether you’re just beginning to explore the idea of spiritual giants or you’re already on the journey, this episode will leave you both inspired and eager to discover your own companions for the road.Join us—and discover what might happen when curiosity leads you to communion.----------Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Overcoming Spiritual Apathy poem PDF, Prayers of R.E.S.T. by Asheritah Ciuciu, pg 229For more information on Robert or his ministry, visit recognizingthedivine.comClick here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with A GiantJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat CenterMusic, The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025.For more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 8/12/25 | ![]() #37 A Great Cloud of Witnesses--The Heart Behind Journey with a Giant | In the very first interview of the Journey with a Giant series, co-host Robert Prince turns the microphone toward author, retreat leader, and spiritual director Lori G. Melton to uncover the story and inspiration behind her upcoming book, Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God.Lori shares how the practice of walking with spiritual giants—faithful men and women from history who point us toward Jesus—has shaped her own journey with God. Through personal stories, moments of challenge, and divine invitations, she reveals how this practice can become a powerful pathway for spiritual growth, clarity of calling, and deeper intimacy with God.This heartfelt conversation sets the stage for an inspiring series, where you’ll hear from guests who have also walked with giants and discovered how their lives were transformed.If you’re ready to strengthen your faith and step into your own lifelong adventure with God, join us for this exciting episode! —----Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with A GiantJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear CreekSensible Shoes: A Story about the Spiritual Journey, by Sharon Garlough BrownMusic, The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025.For more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 8/5/25 | ![]() #36 A New Invitation for Your Spirit—The Journey Begins | Are you ready for an adventure of faith? Reach out for the Savior’s hand. Today it begins! You’ve been hearing about walking with spiritual Giants for years, a mysterious practice somewhere out in the distance. Today, we finally get to bring it to you. Welcome to the Journey with a Giant series!In this introductory episode, listen in as host Robert Prince and I introduce you to the concept of spiritual giants and the purpose behind this new podcast series. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look as I share my inspiration and the transformative experience I’ve had walking with spiritual giants. You’ll learn about the theological foundation in Hebrews12:1-2, where we uncover the treasure chest of faithful believers who have lived before us and the influence that they are meant to have on our current faithjourneys. You may even begin to identify your own spiritual mentors, as the Spirit brings this discipleship practice to life in you! Click here to download your free Sneak Peek of Journey with A Giant Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear Creek Abide Retreat CabinMusic, The Journey, Kevin Melton Productions, LLC, Copyright 2025.For more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 7/22/25 | ![]() Ep #35 7 Simple Steps for Retreating with a Friend | As fall draws near, you may find yourself longing for time on retreat. For many of you who have reached out asking when our next Sanctuary group retreat will be, you don’t have to wait any longer! In today’s episode, we explore how you can create your own retreat experience in a simple and meaningful way with a friend! The episode begins with reflections on what God has been doing this summer, the Renovare conference, happenings at the Sanctuary, and exciting developments on the retreat barn. Plus, exciting updates about Journey with a Giant, including a special podcast series and how you can be a part of the Book Launch Team.(To skip ahead to this month’s topic, go to 5:30)______________________________________7 Simple Steps for Retreating with a FriendInvite a FriendFind a Quiet PlaceCommute Together or ApartSet Intentions as You BeginDecide When You Will Meet for Spiritual CompanioningSpiritual Companioning SessionsEnd with Prayer and ReflectionResources Mentioned:Our 7 Favorite Retreat Spaces - Free download Invitation to Retreat: The Gift and Necessity of Time Away with God by Ruth Haley BartonJourney with a Giant Book Launch Team Journey with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear Creek Abide Retreat CabinFor more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
| 6/18/25 | ![]() #34 Take a Pilgrimage this Summer—Without Leaving Home! | After a month away walking the Camino de Santiago, we’re back! Listen to this episode, for some of the most powerful moments of that sacred journey—and how you can enter into a spiritual pilgrimage of your own, even if you never leave your neighborhood.Walking a pilgrimage stretches your faith, deepens your dependence on God, and reminds you of your true identity as pilgrims. Whether you’re planning a trip or simply longing for a closer walk with God, this episode is for you! Plus, exciting news about the Journey with a Giant book release and new tools coming your way soon!Resources mentioned in this Episode:Pilgrim’s Progress, by John Bunyan. This classic was written in the 17th century by pastor John Bunyan while he was imprisoned for his faith. Like the apostle Paul, who wrote much of the New Testament while imprisoned, John Bunyan wrote this classic while imprisoned for his faith. I bought a small copy to take on our trip but wasn’t able to fit it in my backpack. I think the Lord wanted me to have plenty of space to experience my own pilgrim journey while I was gone. Now that I’m home, I am reading it slowly. Canterbury Tales, written by Geoffrey Chaucer in the late 1300s, is another pilgrim’s tale less dreamy than Pilgrim’s Progress. A fellow spiritual director recommended it to give even more perspective, with more real-life scenarios to our lives as a pilgrimage.Camino Booklet: A Summer Pilgrimage Reflection by Lori G Melton. Free downloadable PDF recounting Lori and her husband’s 15-Day Camino pilgrimage; this guide will lead you on a sacred pilgrimage of your own. The Joy of Saying “Yes” to God’s Invitation: How God’s Invitations Lead to Abundant Life, Last month’s newsletter articleJourney with a Giant: Choose Your Guide, Pursue Your Purpose, and Grow in Your Walk with God by Lori G MeltonThe Sanctuary at Bear Creek Abide Retreat CabinFor more encouragement and resources to grow in your relationship with God and others, visit our website thesanctuaryatbearcreek.com. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at The Sanctuary at Bear Creek. | — | ||||||
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