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Ancient Practices for a Deeper Relationship with God

Seven Pathways is a refuge from the noise pollution inviting you to rest, realign, and renew through seven ancient, Biblical practices, so that you are more formed by your Creator than the chaos of the world.

The Pathways

Seven spiritual disciplines practiced by the church throughout centuries and many by Jesus.

  • Thanksgiving

  • Silence

  • Confession

  • Song

  • Prayer

  • Scripture

  • Scripture Meditation

The Plan

A seven step method for spiritual growth of practicing the Seven Pathways starting with thanksgiving and ending with scripture meditation following the order listed above.

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Our Mission

Seven Pathways' mission is to reawaken the soul of women and men through empowering them with a strategic plan for spiritual growth and breakthrough through our seven pathways ancient, Biblical practices.

Seven Pathways sharpens your focus through spiritual rhythms of rest, realignment and renewal starting just where you are and one pathway at a time. As you practice these spiritual rhythms, you are aligning your heart with your schedule and your values resulting in the luxury of soul-rest and lasting peace only found in Jesus. These pathways will reorient your daily life fueling you up with words of life in the Bible to be equipped to face life's changes and live from a place of purpose and hope no matter the circumstances.

Through our Bible studies, starting with the Gospel of John, events, and other resources on each of the pathways, we aspire to be a refuge from the noise and through our pathways people can tune into God getting their hearts and lives back.

Learn more about the Seven Pathways book & Bible study plan, request Mary Carmen to speak at your next event, and Seven Pathways events and experiences!

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Seven Step Method for Spiritual Growth

Seven Pathways Book, Workbook & App

Based on the historical spiritual practices of thanksgiving, silence, confession, song, prayer, Bible Study, and scripture meditation, our Seven Pathways books and companion app will provided you with guided spiritual practices in our seven-step Bible study method, transformative meditations, and other helpful resources to help you find hope, slow down, and unlock the power of your faith.

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THE SEVEN PATHWAYS DIGITAL COMPANION

Experience Our Bible Study Companion for Free

Gift yourself with a daily plan to connect with God, find renewal, and face life's challenges. Get FREE access to Chapter 5 of the Gospel of John and 3 Meditations for up to 7 Days – no credit card required. Begin your journey to better days and nights.

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  • Find Hope

    Find Hope

    Receive words of life from guiding meditations

  • Slow Down

    Slow Down

    Savor the luxury of silence and anchor your life

  • Renew Your Heart

    Renew Your Heart

    Transform your thoughts, emotions, desires, and affections

Digital Bible Study Plan Access
The Gospel of John

$16.99one time purchase
  • Access to Seven Pathways Digital Bible Study Plan on the Gospel of John
  • Digital Download of Book Club questions for Seven Pathways: Ancient Practices for a Deeper Relationship with God
  • Access to our Meditations Library
  • Free Resources
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Upcoming Events

Seven Pathways: Ancient Practices for a Deeper Relationship with God in DC

Affiliate Event of America Reads the Bible

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Monday, April 20th 2026

Holiday Inn

Washington Capitol - Natl Mall

550 C St. SW

Washington, DC 20024

5pm-8pm, presentation at 6:15pm

$20 Per Person

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Meet Mary Carmen

Get to know the founder behind Seven Pathways and her resilience to battle cancer through the seven pathways and write her books during the fight of her life to give you a timeless seven step plan based on seven ancient, Biblical practices for prioritizing soul care and spiritual formation.

What People are Saying About Seven Pathways

“Seven Pathways will impact the world in a similar way as Henry Blackaby’s Experiencing God. Spending time with Seven Pathways and in silence before the Lord will deepen your faith and draw you closer to the Lord. Readers will enjoy the journey through the Seven Pathways.”

DR. BILL TAYLORformer director of Sunday School for Lifeway Christian Resources, president of Unlimited Partnerships Inc. author of 21 Truths, Traditions & Trends

“Increased intimacy with God is a goal most Christians desire, but in the busyness of modern life, with a host of distractions and responsibilities, many people are unable to find the time to take the task seriously. In Seven Pathways, she applies and integrates this approach to a modern world, providing practical and duplicatable applications, which can be helpful to anyone.”

GLENN R. KREIDEReditor in chief of Bibliotheca Sacra, Professor of Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary

“In Seven Pathways, Mary Carmen dips her pen into the deep well of her own pain and suffering to write a book of authentic hope, healing, and love–a book that will lift you up, encourage your heart, ease your troubled soul, and provide a pathway (seven, in fact) to the throne of grace.”

REG GRANTThD, chair and senior professor for Department of Media Arts and Worship at Dallas Theological Seminary

“This book offers an honest and refreshing account of trusting God through a difficult season.”

MEGAN ALEXANDERInside Edition and Small Town Christmas Host

“First, a WARNING! This book is way more than you think it is, and it will require way more of you than you may be willing to do. Now a PROMISE. If you walk the path Mary Carmen has laid out, your experience of and intimacy with God will deepen in ways you could not imagine. Her insights are hard earned and thoroughly biblical.”

LLOYD SHADRACHteaching pastor and co-founder of Fellowship Bible Church in Brentwood, TN

“Out of her own pain-filled struggles, Mary Carmen Englert invites us on a journey to peace with God. She encourages us to walk with her to discover and rediscover through Scripture the healing grace of God the Father through Jesus Christ. Through simple spiritual disciplines, she beckons us to a deeper life of meaningfulness and joy.”

DR. J. SCOTT HORRELLretired senior professor of Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary

“Biblically anchored, historically reliable, refreshingly transparent, and deeply practical, Mary Carmen’s Seven Pathways will introduce you to Jesus if you have never met Him or it will reheat your walk with Christ if your love for Him has grown cold. In a day filled with chatter and confusion, Mary Carmen is a reliable guide ready to lead you to a place of rest and clarity through the implementation of the Seven Pathways.”

BARRY CHESNEYPhD, discipleship pastor at Valleydale Church in Birmingham, AL

“Indispensable! If you’re seeking a book that will draw your heart to God through spiritual disciplines, look no further than Seven Pathways. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking to grow in their faith and develop a closer relationship with Christ.”

CHAD KECKPhD, senior pastor at First Baptist Church Kettering, OH

“This book is life-changing! Whether you are going through trials or not, you will not be able to put this book down as you read and re-read through the pathways to make them a part of your life. Mary Carmen has not wasted her suffering but has chosen to rise above it by implementing these tested truths into her own life and allow the great Physician to begin healing her from within. Be ready to be blessed and walk closer with the loving God who heals and restores.”

MORROW LOTZ REITMEIERBaylor University friend, AnGeL Ministries volunteer, Bible study discipler, and marriage mentor

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