The Soul of a Pilgrim: Eight Practices for the Journey Within

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; As she did in 'The Artist's Rule' and 'Eyes of the Heart', Christine Valters Paintner once again helps readers travel to the frontiers of their souls to discover the hidden presence of God. In this book, Paintner identifies eight stages of the pilgrim's way and shows how to follow these steps to make an intentional, transformative journey to the reader's inner 'wild edges.'. Contributor Bio:  Paintner, Christine Valters Christine Valters Paintner is the online abbess for Abbey of the Arts (abbeyofthearts.com), a virtual monastery offering classes and resources on contemplative practice and creative expression. She holds a doctorate in Christian spirituality from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, California, and earned her professional status as a registered expressive arts consultant and educator from the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association. Paintner is the author of The Eyes of the Heart; Water, Wind, Earth, and Fire; and The Artist s Rule and is a columnist for the progressive Christian portal at Patheos. She leads pilgrimages in Ireland, Austria, and Germany, and online retreats at her website, living out her commitment as a Benedictine Oblate in Galway, Ireland, with her husband John.