Journey to Peace
My Life of Adventure, Despair, and Coming to Faith
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“Little did I know that as I pursued my goals of independence and adventure, I would drift from my childhood experience of joy and security into a place of discontent and at times pain”
“During a time of profound emotional and physical distress I had what I would term my first ‘God sighting’. Since that time I have had other ‘sightings’ that have led me to a strong faith. My life has been filled with global travels and travel of my soul, on occasion the two have been intricately intertwined.”
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Author Mary Riem lived the American dream. Her childhood in Seattle, Washington, was idyllic, infused by a wholesome family and faith. As she grew into a woman––and an agnostic––her ambition and passion led her to achieve success in many areas of her life. Riem dreamed of adventurous travel, and she realized her goal to experience the world on her terms. She seemed to have it all. But instead of great contentment, Riem found herself deep in despair, battling an eating disorder and drug addiction. In Journey to Peace, Riem shares her account of the dramatic ways that God revealed himself to her, and she tells why as an adult she became a Christian after many years of agnosticism. She narrates stories of her global travel, including a life-impacting experience working for Mother Teresa in India. A memoir, Journey to Peace tells how Riem transformed from one who constantly sought new experiences to satisfy her longings to a person of contentment and peace.
About the Author
Mary Riem earned a bachelor’s degree in science from Seattle Pacific University. She has lived and worked overseas and traveled extensively. Riem has a passion for Christian ministry, is an avid windsurfer and enjoys photography. She is a registered nurse and lives in Seattle, Washington.