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Explore New Pilgrimage Locations for 2026 with Wonder Voyage
| By Jamie A Richardson | Wonder Voyage Destination
Explore New Pilgrimage Locations for 2026 with Wonder Voyage
| By Jamie A Richardson | Wonder Voyage Destination
Finding Wonder Everyday: Amazon Adventure Part 1
Executive Director Shawn Small shares his story of when his child-like wonder of an Indiana Jones-style adventure becomes his reality.
Finding Wonder Everyday: The “Lost Ark” Experience
Executive Director Shawn Small shares how seeing “Raiders of the Lost Ark” inspired him to live the adventures he does today.
Video: An Empty Chair
Wonder Voyage has concluded every pilgrimage in its 20-year history with a celebratory feast. This short film, “An empty chair,” highlights the meaning behind the tradition.
Guide Spotlight: Cheryl Small
Cheryl Small is the oil that keeps Wonder Voyage running smoothly. Learn more about her role in the organization, her heart for ministry, and how God impacted her life this year while on pilgrimage to Italy.
Youth Pastor’s Guide to Connecting with Teens
Connecting with teens can be tricky. This week, Kate Riley shares tricks of the trade including music, cell phone policies, and setting reasonable expectations for yourself.
Top 7 Church History Locations
Christian history is filled with locations where people of faith elected obedience to God over personal comfort. These sacred places are the heart of pilgrimage. If you’re looking for an experience that brings church history to life, here are 7 locations Wonder Voyage recommends.
Why Are We Called Wonder Voyage?
Have you ever questioned how we got the name Wonder Voyage? Though the origin of the name can be traced to pre-Christian Ireland, the name Wonder Voyage matches our mission in more profound ways than many realize.
Guide Spotlight: Molly Wren
Molly Wren has been with Wonder Voyage for 16 years. In this spotlight, we look at what makes her so unique that Shawn describes her as, “pilgrimage in human form.”
Guide Spotlight: Ken Janke
Ken Janke was one of the original prayer partners for the development of Wonder Voyage. In this spotlight, we learn how one specific location connects Ken with wonder.