What if the sacred has been hiding in plain sight all along?

In Awakening to the Spiritual Path Around Us, Michael Cunningham OFS invites you to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary rhythms of daily life. Through gentle reflections and contemplative poetry, this collection reveals how God’s presence permeates the seemingly mundane—from the morning coffee ritual to the sound of church bells, from watching someone sleep to walking through a friend’s woodland sanctuary. Available on Amazon on 22 July 2025.

Readers will discover:

• The art of sacred noticing—how slowing down transforms routine into revelation
• Nature as spiritual teacher—what trees, rivers, and gardens reveal about resilience, flow, and eternal connection
• The depth of everyday love—finding the divine in small gestures, shared silences, and accumulated moments of care
• The mothering heart of God—experiencing unconditional love through both human relationships and divine encounter

Written in the accessible, conversational style of a trusted spiritual friend, these reflections don’t demand dramatic religious experiences or mountaintop moments. Instead, Cunningham shows how the spiritual path unfolds through paying attention to what’s already here: the patterns we’ve overlooked, the relationships that sustain us, and the quiet whispers of grace woven throughout our days.

Perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their spiritual awareness without leaving behind their everyday world, this collection offers both comfort for weary souls and gentle challenge for those ready to see with new eyes. Whether you’re walking a contemplative path or simply curious about finding meaning in the moment, these reflections will help you recognize the sacred space that surrounds you—and dwells within you—right now.