New Devotional Book Reframes the Body as a Sacred Path to Faith

Church Publishing Incorporated has announced the release of a new devotional book by Joshua Maria Garcia. Titled 'A Tranquil Body: Finding the Peace of God in Breath, Movement, and Awareness', it offers readers spiritual practices rooted in the mystery of the Incarnation. The book aims to help readers see their bodies as sacred vessels of grace, peace, and divine surrender. Garcia reframes the body not as a source of temptation but as a meaningful pathway to spiritual growth. He encourages practices such as walking in nature and intentional breathing to connect with the divine.

The guide provides tools to ground the nervous system, regulate breathing, and heighten awareness of God’s presence. Garcia, an aspiring priest, social media influencer, and seminarian in the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island, wrote the book to draw readers closer to God through physical and mindful engagement.

The paperback, priced at $19.95, will be released in July 2026. It contains 204 pages and is available under the ISBN 9781640659551. The devotional offers a fresh perspective on the body’s role in faith. Readers will gain practical methods to deepen their spiritual connection through physical awareness. The book is set to reach audiences next summer.