In
this conversation, Michelle and Brian interview Pat Mingarelli, a professional
photographer who uses nature photography as a way to draw near to God. Pat
shares his personal journey of finding spiritual rest and renewal through
photography and nature. He emphasizes the importance of wonder and sensory rest
in nature, and how it can bring clarity and peace to our lives. Pat also
encourages people to disconnect from technology and fully enjoy the present
moment when experiencing nature. He discusses his website, where he shares
daily Bible verses paired with his nature photographs, and his book, 'Drawing
Near: Meeting God and His Creation.' Pat is excited about speaking at a
retreat, teaching an online course on drawing near to God through nature photography,
and his upcoming family trip

Pat Mingarelli's Website:

https://visualverse.thecreationspeaks.com/

Information on Pat's Book, "Drawing Near: Meeting God in His Creation"

https://visualverse.thecreationspeaks.com/about-drawing-near/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background of Pat Mingarelli

11:26 Realizing the Spiritual Renewal in Nature Photography

16:09 The Power of Wonder and Sensory Rest in Nature

25:43 Disconnecting from Technology and Fully Enjoying the Present Moment

35:18 Drawing Near to God Through Nature Photography

44:13 Pat's Website and Book: Daily Devotionals and Exploring the Connection Between Nature and
Spirituality

45:55 Upcoming Projects: Retreat, Online Course, and Family Trip