Journey with a Giant - by Lori G Melton (Paperback)

About the Book

"Take the next step in your spiritual formation and embark on a year-long journey alongside a "giant" of faith, inspired by the author's year of studying the life of Mister Fred Rogers, America's favorite neighbor"-- Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Take the next step in your spiritual formation and embark on a year-long journey alongside a "giant" of faith, inspired by the author's year of studying the life of Mister Fred Rogers, America's favorite neighbor.

So many of us want to go deeper in our faith. We long for a clearer sense of God's calling in our lives, but knowing where to start can be more than half the battle. What if we could learn from a trusted guide who's already walked the path? If you're in leadership, what would you give to shadow someone like Queen Elizabeth II? Or if you're an artist, what would you give to spend a year with Madeleine L'Engle or Michelangelo? What if you're longing for courage and you could take notes from George Washington or Harriet Tubman? How might God shape you through the example of faithful believers and strengthen you to become who He created you to be?

Journey with a Giant introduces the transformative practice of walking with a spiritual giant. Based on the "cloud of witnesses" described in Hebrews 12 and illustrated through the author's experience walking with Mister Fred Rogers--America's favorite neighbor--spiritual director Lori Melton guides readers on a one-year adventure that offers a unique approach to spiritual formation.

This structured yet flexible guide includes:
- weekly reflections
- testimonials from fellow pilgrims
- monthly instructions and tasks
- prompts for recording your focus, goals, resources, and insights
- guided prayer to end each month
- reflection questions
- journaling space

Whether you choose to learn from Mister Rogers or select your own spiritual mentor, this journey will help you cultivate a closer relationship with God, uncover new insights about yourself, and take meaningful steps toward pursuing God's unique calling for you.

Review Quotes

"This is a book to savor. Journey with a Giant by Lori Melton springs from a lifetime of relentless desire to experience God on a deeper level and open the way to others."--Linda Andersen, author of Spiritual Retreat, For Tired Souls, and The Too Busy Book

"It was Fred Rogers who introduced me to the Celtic term anam cara, or spiritual friend. That is what kept coming to mind as I read this soulful, generous, and enlightening (for us Mister Rogers fans) book."--Tim Madigan, author of I'm Proud of You: My Friendship with Fred Rogers

"Lori Melton has developed a gentle process for discovering and sharing in the wisdom of those who have gone before us. Come, and share the journey with her. You will be called to: Listen carefully. Find your purpose. Walk in confident holiness."--Sr. Diane Zerfas OP, Center for Spirituality coordinator, Dominican Center Marywood, Grand Rapids, Michigan

"Lori's work doesn't just teach; it guides, companions, and transforms. This is a pilgrimage for the soul."--Robert Prince, spiritual formation coach and writer exploring the contemplative life through Recognizing the Divine

"Lori Melton offers us a beautifully crafted guide for growing in faith alongside a spiritual giant. She names the profound blessings we gain from examining their lives and the stumbling blocks that will invariably kick up within us when invited to more deeply embrace the Holy."--Rev. Laurie TenHave-Chapman, pastor, preacher, creative worship consultant, author of Walk with Me: A Year of Worship in the Gospels, owner of Sunflower Spiritual Direction, and blogger at preachinglife.net

"Lori Melton brilliantly recovers and reshapes an ancient practice for contemporary Christians craving fuller engagement with their faith. In a time when spiritual direction can be hard to find, she's cultivated a deeply meaningful and doable path that allows readers to companion and imitate the best parts of others' lives of faith."--Leslie Leyland Fields, author of Nearing a Far God: Praying the Psalms with Our Whole Selves

"This book offers a profound sense of adventure and wonder that has deeply enriched my spiritual journey. I highly encourage everyone to prayerfully read it and experience God's transformative power for themselves."--Sherri Willett, church leader and homemaker

"Lori's book is a beautiful and intimate journey to be emulated for those searching for transformation."--Faith Bierma, co-director of the Hermitage Community, Three Rivers, Michigan

"The simplicity and richness in which a Journey with a Giant adds to my faith is undeniable. The Spirit within Lori's guidance will draw you in to look at the wonder of those who have gone before us and experience all we can glean from their lives."--Julie Blakely, founder and executive director of Sewfunn Dandelion Lessons Ministry

"Journey with a Giant is a masterpiece. It's an invitation to embrace Rogers' 'guided drift' and pursue a more faithful, purpose-driven life."--Jordan Raynor, best-selling author of Five Mere Christians and The Sacredness of Secular Work

About the Author

Lori G. Melton is an author, spiritual director, retreat leader, and a member of Hope*Writers. She and her husband, Bryan, are the creators of the Sanctuary Stirrings Podcast and the founders and directors of The Sanctuary at Bear Creek Retreat Center, which serves hundreds of people a year. When she's not writing, speaking, or welcoming guests, she enjoys spending time with her six children and three grandchildren. She and her husband live in Allegan, Michigan.