Gear List

A flexible tripod that can wrap around columns, pews, and railings — invaluable in churches where full-size tripods are not permitted. Essential kit for long-exposure interior work.

My primary camera body for church photography. The full-frame sensor handles the challenging lighting conditions of sacred interiors beautifully, with excellent dynamic range for capturing both stained glass highlights and shadow details.

My go-to wide-angle lens for interior church photography. The f/2.8 aperture allows shooting in low light without a tripod, and the 17mm end captures the full grandeur of cathedral naves.

The one-volume edition of the Divine Office. I carry this for Morning and Evening Prayer — the prayer of the Church offered at the hinges of the day. The shorter format makes it practical for daily use.

Handmade in Bethlehem from olive wood — a tactile reminder of the Holy Land with every bead. The weight and warmth of real wood makes for a rosary that feels like prayer in the hand.

Trail running shoes that double as my pilgrimage footwear. The aggressive grip handles wet cobblestones, muddy paths, and mountain trails alike. I've logged hundreds of kilometres in these.

Cork-grip poles for long pilgrimage walks. Cork absorbs sweat and molds to the hand — far more comfortable over a 20km day than foam or rubber. Folds compactly for travel.

The autobiography of the Little Flower remains the most influential spiritual autobiography of the modern age. Her 'Little Way' of spiritual childhood has guided millions. I reread it every few years.