Overview

This inspiring book is set in Beaudesert Park in Staffordshire, an area of outstanding natural beauty on the southern edge of Cannock Chase Forest. It delves into the unique pilgrimage garden of Chris and John Polhill, designed to mirror the Christian life and its connection to the environment. Each section of the garden reflects a spiritual theme, from the Loving Creator to the Resurrection, all intertwined with a sense of environmental responsibility. Inside you’ll discover: – A symbolic garden layout, explained section by section – Environmental ideas linked with spiritual themes – Practical ways to connect your faith with caring for the Earth – A thought-provoking exploration of the Ignatian Exercises Whether you visit the garden in person or embark on a mental pilgrimage within these pages, Through the Gateways of a Garden will open your eyes to a deeper understanding of faith, nature and your own spiritual journey. It is an inspirational guide for anyone seeking a more profound relationship with the world around them and the divine.

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Author:   Chris Polhill
Publisher:   Wild Goose Publications
Imprint:   Wild Goose Publications
ISBN:  

9781804323427

ISBN 10:   180432342
Pages:   128
Publication Date:   15 August 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Commendation     7 How we came to create the gardens     9 The journey round the gardens     18   The Garden of the Loving Creator     19 The environmental idea in the Garden of the Loving Creator     25 The thinking behind the Garden of the Loving Creator     29   The Garden of the Loved and Forgiven Sinner     35 The environmental idea in the Garden of the Loved  and Forgiven Sinner     41 The thinking behind the Garden of the Loved and Forgiven Sinner     46   The Discipleship Garden     53 The environmental idea in the Discipleship Garden     60 The thinking behind the Discipleship Garden     64   The Passion Garden     69 The environmental idea in the Passion Garden     74 The thinking behind the Passion Garden     79 The tomb area     85   The Resurrection Garden     87 The environmental idea in the Resurrection Garden     95 The thinking behind the Resurrection Garden     100   Comments from the Gardens visitors’ book     110 Prayer     112   Appendix     113 Next steps: An environmental action activity  for church groups     114   Acknowledgements     121 Notes     122

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Author Information

Chris Polhill is one of the first women to be ordained a priest in the Church of England. She is the author of several books and shorter publications, including A Heart for Creation, In the Mists on the Shoreline and A Pilgrim’s Guide to Iona Abbey.

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