Lory Widmer Hess

AUTHOR AND SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR

About

Ever since teaching myself to read at the age of three, I've been searching for wholeness through the medium of words. During a challenging time in midlife, I found my way to sacred stories of healing that helped lead me through a process of integration. Writing is a way I can share the gift with others.

As a trained spiritual director, I welcome anyone seeking a listening space to support them on their spiritual journey. My Substack newsletter explores reading as a sacred practice, with free online meetings, a podcast, seasonal study themes, and more.

I live with my family in the beautiful Bernese Jura region of Switzerland, where besides reading and writing, I enjoy fiber crafts (spinning and knitting); music, especially choral singing; and hiking in the mountains.

Lory Widmer Hess

When Fragments Make a Whole

A Personal Journey through Healing Stories in the Bible

In this candid and courageous book, Lory Widmer Hess describes her experience of inner transformation through her exploration of the healing stories in the gospels. In a unique blend of poetry, commentary and autobiography, she describes how she engaged with and drew inspiration from these stories. Her approach will inspire readers on their own...

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