Donna Eder

Donna Eder recounts a year of darkness in her life during which she faced physical illness, times of uncertainty and doubt, and the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. Using metaphors from a poem by Wendell Berry, she seeks to bring a deeper understanding to the darker phases of our spiritual journeys. Through the spiritual guides and dreams that provided invaluable support during this time, she learned the importance of being receptive and of living out her own unique retirement rather than trying to conform to the social norms around her. Discussion questions are included.… (mer)

Donna Eder recounts her spiritual awakening and the path that unfolded as a result. The illness and eventual death of her mother from ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) brought her family closer to each other and closer to God. After her mother's death, Donna had an experience of Divine union that has reverberated throughout her life. Using dreams and journaling, she has learned to stay in touch with her inner truth. When she began to follow the leadings of her heart, she saw both her inner and outer life transform, and she was able to experience wholeness. Her story offers an illustration of how to approach our spiritual journeys and remain open to the movements of Spirit in our lives.… (mer)