Finding the Divine Child: A Journey of Spirit, Light & Art

Finding The Divine Child: A Spiritual Memoir of Healing, Art, and Self-Discovery by Rod Lathim What if the most authentic, creative, and spiritually alive part of you never disappeared… it simply went quiet? In Finding The Divine Child, Rod Lathim shares a deeply personal and unforgettable journey through trauma, creativity, and spiritual awakening. This powerful spiritual memoir blends autobiography, LGBTQ+ life experience, and the rich history of Summerland, California to explore what it means to reconnect with the truest part of yourself. As a teenager working at the historic Big Yellow House, Rod encountered an unexplained spiritual presence in the basement wine cellar, an experience that would shape the course of his life. What began as a moment of fear became a lifelong path into Spiritualism, artistic expression, and inner healing. Through intimate storytelling, Rod invites you into a life shaped by both struggle and beauty. From growing up in a difficult family environment to finding his voice as a gay man, from building community through Access Theatre to experiencing creativity as a form of spiritual connection, each chapter reveals how art and spirit can work together to transform pain into meaning. Set against the coastal landscape of Santa Barbara and the historically Spiritualist town of Summerland, this memoir weaves together personal story, local history, and spiritual insight in a way that feels grounded, honest, and quietly profound. At the heart of the book is a simple but powerful truth: within each of us lives a “divine child,” a part that is intuitive, creative, and deeply connected. Life can bury it. Fear can silence it. But it never disappears. This book is about finding your way back. Perfect for readers of spiritual memoirs, personal growth books, LGBTQ+ stories, and creative journeys, Finding The Divine Child speaks to anyone seeking healing, authenticity, and a deeper connection to life beyond the surface. If you’ve ever felt there is more to this life than what we can see… If you’ve longed to reconnect with your creativity or inner voice… If you’re searching for meaning, belonging, or spiritual insight… This story will stay with you. And it may gently guide you back to the part of yourself that has been waiting all along.