Carol Guttery 
A widower on Camino to grieve the death of his wife creates the intention of dedicating each day of his walk to a person or group that was a blessing to him. Somewhere along the way, he discovers that his grief has turned to gratitude.
A Summer 2025 compilation of American Pilgrims on the Camino chapter happenings.
This poem by Rick Pawelski describes a pilgrim’s contrasting perspectives while climbing a hill and upon reaching the top.
A review of Once Upon a Camino, a novel by Matthew S. Wilson. In this story of love, adventure, and time travel from 2010 to 1954, the Camino teaches protagonist Tom, an investment banker used to having everything at his disposal, that instead of relying on money and technology, he must now rely on others for a meal and a place to sleep, and even for his own safety and security.
Patricia Clark recounts a tale from her trek on Japan’s Nakasendo Trail when she saw an opportunity to participate in a chain reaction of goodwill. What many Americans call “paying it forward” and what her Japanese hiking companion called a “happiness relay” speaks to the universal language of kindness.
Bick Treut describes the seemingly random, perhaps divinely designed way a culturally diverse group of pilgrims come together to form what he calls a band of angels.
American Pilgrims in 2025 approved 22 grants totaling $160,700, the largest one-year total in the history of the organization’s grants program that furthers the organization’s mission by supporting Camino infrastructure.
Reviews of two introspective guidebooks, one designed to accompany pilgrims on their journey and the other structured to guide pilgrims in integrating their experiences into daily life after a journey.
In this poem, Bill Artz offers a relatable sense of someone on a spiritual journey.
A classical musician on Camino is encouraged by her teacher to have a piece of medieval music ready to play at all times, and to play for listeners as a gift.