Wendy Forest presenting Currents of Water at the Mackinaw Valley Vineyard, July 20, 2025

Currents of Water: A Widow’s Walk with Jesus and Mary

by Wendy Forest

Currents of Water is a deeply personal and spiritual reflection on grief, faith, and healing. Following her husband’s death, the author embarks on a transformative journey, rediscovering her Christian faith and ultimately converting to Catholicism. Through devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, she finds comfort, strength, and renewed purpose. The book intertwines personal experiences with scriptural reflections, Catholic traditions, and historical perspectives on Mary’s role, offering a heartfelt guide for widows and others navigating loss through faith.

Paperback: $14.95 | Kindle: $9.99

TESTIMONIALS

Currents of Water is a beautifully written, deeply moving journey of grief, faith, and healing. A must-read for anyone seeking comfort and spiritual renewal through devotion to Mary.” — Dr. Sebastian Mahfood, OP, co-author with Ronda Chervin of Catholic Realism: A Framework for the Refutation of Atheism and the Evangelization of Atheists

Currents of Water is a beautifully written poignant spiritual book. Get it for yourself if you are a widow and for other widows.” – Dr. Ronda Chervin, Catholic philosophy professor, TV presenter and author of many books

“As a widow I have read many books by widows about their journey. I can honestly say Currents of Water is one of the best! A beautiful story of faith, healing and hope.” – Pam Bates, co-author The Most Amazing Harvest – The Man Behind the Story, Founder Braving Widowhood ministry.

“Currents of Water is a beautifully written journey of faith. The author’s honest, vulnerable and creative story is inspirational.” –  Paula Patty, Co-Author The Most Amazing Harvest – The Man Behind the Story and Missionary in Spirit

“A heartfelt rendering of a Christian woman’s spiritual journey from grief and dislocation to hope and healing.  What spoke to me was the affinity that bloomed within Ms. Forest, mother and widow, for the Virgin Mary, mother and widow.”  – Jim Swinehart, Co-Founder of the Western Springs Writers Society

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

After losing her husband to cancer, Wendy Forest embarked upon a journey with an external itinerary full of challenges, changes, and new directions. In her spiritual journey with Jesus and Mary, she found peace and hope.

Ms. Forest now enjoys accompanying widows on their journey, Parish ministries, time with family and friends, and travel.

May every widow find her new destination.

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