Christine Valters Paintner is a writer, contemplative, and the online Abbess of Abbey of the Arts. \xa0In her latest book, Eyes of the Heart, she challenges us to 'receive images' instead of 'take pictures.' \n\nIn this episode of A Congruent Life, Christine shares profoundly about 'following the thread,' pilgrimage, and vulnerability.\nChristine's books\n\n\tEyes of the Heart: Photography as a Christian Contemplative Practice\n\tDesert Fathers and Mothers: Early Christian Wisdom Sayings, Annotated & Explained\n\tLectio Divina--The Sacred Art: Transforming Words and Images into Heart-centered Prayer\n\tThe Artist's Rule: Nurturing Your Creative Soul with Monastic Wisdom\n\tWater, Wind, Earth and Fire: The Christian Practice of Praying with the Elements\n\tAwakening the Creative Spirit: Bringing the Arts to Spiritual Direction\n\nLinks\n\n\tAbbey of the Arts\n\tMonk Manifesto\n\tWay of the Monk, Path of the Artist online course. Use discount code "Abbey20" for a $20 discount when registering - thanks, Christine!