"Jenneth offers her readers a generous collection of blessings, prayers, and poems that invite us to slow down and listen to our lives, and then to pay attention to the ways the sacred source is inviting us into new possibilities. Would be a lovely gift for someone discerning a life change or anyone standing on a threshold."
---Christine Valters Paintner PhD Author of 12 books on spirituality including Dreaming of Stones: Poems "At various seasons in the faith journey, we struggle to find words to pray. The twists and turns of the spiritual life can leave us disoriented, lonely and uncertain. Prayers for a Pioneer is a helpful companion for such times. May these prayers lead you into the deep waters of contemplation where you will find hope and transformation." ---Phileena Heuertz Founding partner Gravity, a Center for Contemplative Activism Author of Mindful Silence: The Heart of Christian Contemplation and Pilgrimage of a Soul: Contemplative Spirituality for the Active Life "Prayers for a Pioneer offers spiritual and inspirational sustenance for anyone that is navigating the unfamiliar and uncertain terrain of change and transition. This book is an oracle, and a blessed field guide and companion for the soulful journey. Open it to any page and discover prayerful guidance and upliftment awaiting. Rest your heart within the comfort of Jenneth Graser’s consolations and discover wisdom, encouragement and hope as you make your way." ---Sibyl Dana Reynolds Author of Ink and Honey and The Way of Belle Cœur "Words are powerful, they can change the world, our world. The words of a poet are a catalyst, they pull on our hearts, give us the thrill of recognition, challenge us. They take something we have only felt before and make it clearer and more real to us. Prayers for a Pioneer is a guide for a journey, whether it be an inner journey of the heart or a planned journey to see more of the world. It holds all of the wonder and excitement of the open road, leading to new horizons. It also acknowledges the pain of saying goodbye, of leaving what is precious and known for what is on the other side of that door, that flight, that friendship. Jenneth Graser writes poetry that is touched by brilliance, both in the creative and wonderful way she has with words and also in how it illuminates our way as we journey through life." ---Charmian Woodhouse Author of Lantau Life |
"Jenneth Graser is a gifted poet and writer. I particularly like how she communicates the love of God in the present moment. Prayers for a Pioneer walks us through the ups and downs of the transitions we face in life. Jenneth reflects on her life and lets us see ourselves in her journey. I encourage you to take the opportunity to refresh your soul by meditating on her inspired poetry."
---Paul Bane MindfulChristianityToday.com "Jenneth Graser’s book, Prayers for a Pioneer, is not only personal but deep and full of experiences of exploring hers and possibly a glimpse into our relationship to the natural world, along with wisdom and beauty, while reaching out to the God of love and transformation. How often do we too, question the unknown, the whys and how comes of our holy days? Jenneth masterfully shares line after line of a holy companionship that when we are aware of, enlightens the daily joy of walking with God. She shares in poetic form the expansive hope and healing of a pilgrimage she has been on that goes from darkness into light. A lovely inward journey that she shares openly with her readers." ---Rev. Donna Knutson Author of Finding God on Mayberry Street: Seasons of Spirituality in Poems and Reflections "In Prayers for a Pioneer, Jenneth gently invites the reader to live their faith boldly during times of transition. Each poem is a call to trust God, even though the future might not look the way that we had hoped it might and as her words unfold on the pages, there is a sense that we are always seen and welcomed into whatever lies ahead, because we are always perfectly loved and held by the One who calls us to live our lives bravely. If you find yourself on a path filled with future uncertainty, the poems and blessings in this book, are a balm to the soul. " ---Liezel Graham www.liezelgraham.com "In Prayers for a Pioneer, Jenneth speaks the language of the spirit, painting images that bring the movements of the soul to life. She allows us to enter her sacred inner journey so we too can find words for our spiritual wanderings and longings. Jenneth, our guide on this journey, is evidently one who has found beauty amidst the dark nights of the soul. Her vulnerablity welcomes us to join her in releasing the old to make room for the new. Her poems are psalms, balm for the weary soul and courage for the pioneering heart. No matter where you are in your journey, her poetry is a passionate yet gentle traveling companion." ---Deborah Muenstermann Author of The Sacred Journey: Journaling for Healing |
Prayers for a Pioneer is an invitation for every pilgrim on the road of life. Whether changes are suddenly thrust upon us, or we feel the gentle call into metamorphosis, we all go through seasons of transition where we reach out for discernment in order to take the next step forward. This book is a companion for the journey, compiled into six themes of prayer crafted especially for these transformative times.
The chapters unfold in the form of a traveller embarking on a journey into the unknown: Awake, Heal, Tune in, Abide, Inner Journey and Opening. Dedicated to all Pioneers heading out on the great adventure where courage and a listening spirit combines and the journey itself becomes a prayer.
The chapters unfold in the form of a traveller embarking on a journey into the unknown: Awake, Heal, Tune in, Abide, Inner Journey and Opening. Dedicated to all Pioneers heading out on the great adventure where courage and a listening spirit combines and the journey itself becomes a prayer.