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EPISODE · Mar 16, 2026 · 34 MIN

#14 Pilgrimage and Faith with Richard Frazer Part 1

from Ruck the Way · host Gabe Smith and Chris Furr

BUY THE BOOK: Travel With a Stick by Richard FrazerUK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Travels-Stick-Pilgrims-Santiago-Compostela/dp/1780275684 US: https://www.amazon.com/Travels-Stick-Pilgrims-Santiago-Compostela/dp/1780275684UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimageIn this episode, we are joined by Reverend Richard Frazer, the former minister of the historic Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh and our first native Scottish guest. Richard shares the profound spiritual and physical journey he undertook on the Camino de Santiago, a trek spanning 800 kilometers that he documented in his book, Travels with a Stick. We explore the intersection of modern ministry and the ancient practice of pilgrimage, discussing how the simplicity of walking helps strip away life's distractions to reveal a deeper connection with the Creator. Richard reflects on his transition from the bustling heart of Edinburgh to a more contemplative life in Findhorn, offering wisdom on the importance of community and the "long walk" of faith. This conversation is a beautiful invitation to anyone seeking purpose in their own life’s journey.Know more about our cause: https://www.rucktheway.com/ Subscribe to our Podcast: / @rucktheway Meet the founders: https://www.rucktheway.com/about

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BUY THE BOOK: Travel With a Stick by Richard FrazerUK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Travels-Stick-Pilgrims-Santiago-Compostela/dp/1780275684 US: https://www.amazon.com/Travels-Stick-Pilgrims-Santiago-Compostela/dp/1780275684UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimageIn this episode, we are joined by Reverend Richard Frazer, the former minister of the historic Greyfriars Kirk in Edinburgh and our first native Scottish guest. Richard shares the profound spiritual and physical journey he undertook on the Camino de Santiago, a trek spanning 800 kilometers that he documented in his book, Travels with a Stick. We explore the intersection of modern ministry and the ancient practice of pilgrimage, discussing how the simplicity of walking helps strip away life's distractions to reveal a deeper connection with the Creator. Richard reflects on his transition from the bustling heart of Edinburgh to a more contemplative life in Findhorn, offering wisdom on the importance of community and the "long walk" of faith. This conversation is a beautiful invitation to anyone seeking purpose in their own life’s journey.Know more about our cause: https://www.rucktheway.com/ Subscribe to our Podcast: / @rucktheway Meet the founders: https://www.rucktheway.com/about

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