Prelude Video + Study Guide PDF (synopsis)

A New Beginning

This is the prelude video of the Levanté 1 Retreat Series. After a short stay in Barcelona, Michael makes his way down the East coast to Valencia. Observing an ancient tradition, Michael places his hand on the Door of the Apostles before receiving the first stamp in his Camino Passport. He then prepares himself for his walk across Spain.

Day 1 Video + Study Guide PDF (synopsis)

Body Mapping

Michael sets out on the first day of the journey to Santiago de Compostela. Each day is an opportunity to learn. Michael shares the experiences of the day, while helping us to see what the Camino of life has to offer.

Day 2 Video + Study Guide PDF (synopsis)

Reality vs. Expectation

Sometimes things don't turn out the way you expect them to. Spending the night in a police station allows Michael to examine how our own expectations can keep us from living the wonder of each moment.

Day 3 Video + Study Guide PDF (synopsis)

The Art of Self-Worth

A day with the ups and downs of poor signage, fields of sunflowers, "borrowed" grapes and a lovely river culminate in a stand-off at the municipal offices that demonstrate the importance of standing up for one’s self in the most human way.

Day 4 Video + Study Guide PDF (synopsis)

Different Voices at Work

An easy walk that seemed to take forever brings about a discussion of the voices that sometimes creep in during the quiet moments.

Day 5 Video + Study Guide PDF (synopsis)

Building Prayer With Stones

Cairns on the road give Michael the opportunity to talk about why they can be so personally meaningful and allowing us to share the practice in our own lives. Plus, he encounters a mysterious fog concealing and finally revealing an ancient and wonderful secret.