Musings
This category includes posts across the whole spectrum of topics and other issues such as museums, arts and culture, literature, writing and politics.
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35,000 words… not
A picture is worth a thousand words — and these are worth thirty-five thousand. A photo…
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Pilgrim, Lightworker, Medium, Meditator, Writer, Foodie, Guide & Coach
Paul McCarthy’s life changed direction when he visited Brasil to acquire a crystal light healing apparatus…
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Novena to St Ignatius of Loyola
This novena to St Ignatius of Loyola offers nine days of guided prayer, from his dramatic…
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When pilgrimage is not an option
Pilgrimage is a calling — not a requirement. For those who cannot travel to the world’s…
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Bones and holy dust – relics of the saints
Bones, skin and holy dust — the relics of the saints once drew millions of medieval…
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I touched the Crown of Thorns
In 2012, I venerated the Crown of Thorns in Notre Dame Cathedral — a relic of…
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Some inspiring pilgrims
A carefully curated selection of inspiring and uplifting videos about pilgrimage and sacred travel: The extraordinary…
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More inspiring pilgrims
Looking for a more intentional, spiritually rich pilgrimage? This post recommends five deeply loved books on…
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My top ten sacred sites
A suggested list of sacred sites from 17 countries to inspire your travels, including Christian and…
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Some reading suggestions
Paul McCarthy has written two books about saints that have inspired him (St Ignatius of Loyola…
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