Vinita Hampton Wright

Vinita Hampton Wright edited books for 32 years, retiring in 2021. She has written various fiction and non-fiction books, including the novel Dwelling Places and spirituality books Days of Deepening Friendship, The Art of Spiritual Writing, Small Simple Ways: An Ignatian Daybook for Healthy Spiritual Living, and, most recently, Set the World on Fire: A 4-Week Personal Retreat with the Female Doctors of the Church. Vinita is a spiritual director and continues to facilitate retreats and write fiction and nonfiction. She lives with her husband, two dogs, and a cat in Springdale, Arkansas.
Books by Vinita Hampton Wright

Vinita's Books

  • 2025: A Book of Grace-Filled Days
  • Small Simple Ways: An Ignatian Daybook for Healthy Spiritual Living
  • The Art of Spiritual Writing: How to Craft Prose That Engages and Inspires Your Readers
  • Daily Inspiration for Women
  • Simple Acts of Moving Forward: 60 Suggestions for Getting Unstuck
  • Days of Deepening Friendship: For the Woman Who Wants Authentic Life with God

God Always Waits for Us

In the below video, I read a passage from The Church of Mercy by Pope Francis. The excerpt focuses on the theme of God’s patience.

The Correct Use of More Daylight

Here in the Midwest, our days are longer during the summer. The sun is up before I head out to work, and it's still shining when I commute home....

Video Reflection: Resurrection

We have journeyed through Lent, all the way through the darkness and passionate love of Holy Week. We waited for the Resurrection, and it came, in its own glorious...

Because of the Resurrection

Now that we have journeyed with Jesus through his Incarnation—even to suffering and death, and then even through to resurrection and new life—what is our response? Here are some wise...

The Resurrected Christ Appears

In the Gospels, we have various accounts of the risen Jesus appearing, to: The women at the tomb: Matthew 28:1–8; Mark 16:1–8; Luke 24:1–12; John 20:1–13 The women: Matthew...

Good Friday Reflection

A few years ago, I wrote this poem on Good Friday, as I worked around the house and tried to consider Christ's Passion. I hope it adds something to...