Includes bibliographical references (p. [183]-191).

Introduction: the holy discovery -- As way opens -- Moving from tourists to pilgrims -- Lives that speak -- What we are saying to others and ourselves along the way -- Paying attention -- Seeing the signs on the way -- Testing our leadings -- Seasons of discernment -- The dark path -- What if you lose your way? -- West of Eden -- What if the way takes us to unexpected places? -- Traveler's aid -- Offering assistance to others along the way -- The dance of discernment -- The gift and responsibility of the way -- Hiking equipment : additional resources for following the sacred compass -- Compass calibration : questions for spiritual growth -- Fire starters : prayers for pilgrims.