by Sally Welch (Author)
This compact and carryable guide will open your eyes to what journeys of pilgrimage can teach you, whether you're planning an epic expedition or a virtual pilgrim interested in the spiritual dimensions of this long-standing tradition. Simultaneously practical and uplifting, it will take you through each aspect of the journey, from preparing to leave to readjusting to normal life after extraordinary experiences. Including the stories of modern pilgrims and ancient ones, this book is full of inspiration, with quotes and reflections in each section. Whether you're an experienced pilgrim or considering the idea for the first time, this book extends an invitation to make travel sacred - by realizing that whatever your destination, it is the journey that matters in the end.
Author Biography
Sally Welch is a rector in Oxfordshire, where she lives with her husband and four children. She sees pilgrimage as central to people's spiritual, mental, and physical health, and is an enthusiastic advocate for its promotion.