Heidi Barr didn't believe in Jesus. No one in her Jewish family did, nor did they want to--especially not her father, who told her that Jesus Christ was the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on humankind. So when Heidi was in a terrible horseback riding accident and died at age 16, Jesus was the last person she expected to see. Yet she did. And then she returned to life.This is the incredible true story of Heidi's difficult family life, her sudden death, her unexpectedly loving encoun...

Church of Shadow and Light is a call to transform the inner and outer conflicts that shape our world. This powerful collection delves into the interplay between shadow and light, inviting readers to embark on a profound journey of self-exploration and spiritual awakening. Through a blend of introspective inquiry, heartfelt prayer, and a vision for a more harmonious existence, Heidi Barr invites us to confront and heal the violence within ourselves and our communities. At its heart...

Finalist for the Foreword INDIES 2023 Book of the Year Awards in Body, Mind & SpiritResearch indicates that spending time in a natural setting provides a plethora of benefits, from lower blood pressure to increased immunity to an enhanced sense of well-being and happiness. People who appreciate nature tend to experience more moments of joy and are more innovative. Being connected to nature helps us be more fully human and better planetary citizens. But the pace of ...

What does it mean to be just wild enough?This is a collection of poetry that explores wildness through the lens of the seasons, the elements, the four directions, and ultimately, through the mystery at the heart of it all. Author Heidi Barr invites a wander through one's own wildness, from finding songs in your pockets to befriending mossy logs to tuning your ears to ballads written by branches. Take a walk through words in this timeless collection and emerge more beautiful in your...

The autumn issue of The Wayfarer Magazine: Our special Hearth & Home edition, featuring recipes and reflections from some of our favorite authors!

Interviews in This Issue: In this issue, we speak with award-winning poet Andrea Gibson, winner of the 2018 Montana Book Award, Chris LaTray, and Founder of The Folded Map Project Tonika Lewis Johnson.Our Signature Features: The Mindful Kitchen by Heidi Barr, Life & the Arts by Eric D. Lehman, the Contemplative Column by Theodore Richards, the Environmental Column by Gail Collins-Ranadive, and the newly-launched Travel Column by L.M. Browning-Feature Poets: Cooper Young, Ka...

In a culture that says bigger is better, it is subversive work to take tiny, lasting steps toward learning and growth.In 12 Tiny Things Ellie Roscher and Heidi Barr journey with us through twelve essential areas of life: space, work, spirituality, food, style, nature, communication, home, sensuality, creativity, learning, and community. In each of these areas, we are invited to take one tiny action that is sure to open up growth and renewal.12 Tiny Things ...

Since 2012, The Wayfarer has been offering literature, interviews, and art with the intention to inspires our readers,enrich their lives, and highlight the power for agencyand change-making that each individual holds.By our definition, a wayfarer is one whose inner compass is ever-oriented to truth, wisdom, healing, and beauty in their own wandering. The Wayfarer's mission as a publication is to foster a community of contemplative voices and provide ...

An Anthology Edited by Heidi Barr and Connor Wolfe. Featuring Essays from: Chris La Tray, Ana Maria Spagna, Stephen Trimble, Heidi Barr, Iris Graville, Derick Lugo, Holly Scherer, Abby Braithwaite, Meghan J. Ward, River Maria Urke, Michael Garrigan, Krissy Kludt and Linda Åkeson McGurk

What does it take to "live simply"? Sounds easy enough, but when we dig deeper into what drives the actions of human beings, it gets a little more complicated.What if we discovered that changing our ways could lead to more beauty and more joy than we thought possible? What if living life (simply) really is a dizzyingly splendid idea? Just think of what would happen if more of us grew carrots and felt the wind on our faces and let birdsong be the soundtrack...

Heidi Barr didn't believe in Jesus. No one in her Jewish family did, nor did they want to—especially not her father, who told her that Jesus Christ was the greatest hoax ever perpetrated on humankind. So when Heidi was in a terrible horseback riding accident and died at age sixteen, Jesus was the last person she expected to see. Yet she did. And then she returned to life.This is the incredible true story of Heidi's difficult family life, her sudden death, her unexpectedly loving en...

In a culture that says bigger is better, it is subversive work to take tiny, lasting steps toward learning and growth.In 12 Tiny Things Ellie Roscher and Heidi Barr journey with us through twelve essential areas of life: space, work, spirituality, food, style, nature, communication, home, sensuality, creativity, learning, and community. In each of these areas, we are invited to take one tiny action that is sure to open up growth and renewal.12 Tiny Things ...