Walking the Camino, Standing with Ukraine
A Pilgrimage of Prayer, Spiritual Formation, and Leadership
Walking the Camino, Standing with Ukraine
A Pilgrimage of Prayer, Spiritual Formation, and Leadership
In September–October 2027, I plan to walk the Camino de Santiago from France across northern Spain. This pilgrimage will be a journey of prayer, spiritual renewal, and solidarity with Ukraine. On this page, I hope to share occasional reflections on both the preparation and the pilgrimage itself.
Why I Am Walking
For me, the Camino is more than a long-distance walk. It is an opportunity to slow down, listen, pray, and become more attentive to God’s presence.
I will carry Ukraine in my heart, remembering those whose lives have been profoundly affected by war. I also hope to reflect on the meaning of the way—hodos in Greek—and what this pilgrimage may teach me about faith, life, and leadership.
Camino Journal
Preparing for the Camino: The Pilgrimage Begins Before the Journey
As I prepare for my Camino pilgrimage in September 2027, I am beginning to realize that the pilgrimage does not necessarily begin in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port. Perhaps it has already begun. During my training walks, I am discovering opportunities to slow down, become attentive to God's presence, and turn ordinary walking [...]