(also known as A WALK IN THE PARK, THE TREE OF LIFE)

Some 54 years ago, James Morven and his mother had an encounter at Regent Park which profoundly changed their lives forever.  They attended a crusade where the speaker invited those who were struggling to walk to a prominent tree in the park.  James and his mother took a leap of faith and walked to the tree which symbolized God’s power and a promise of new life and freedom.

 Now in his 60’s, James, a retired pastor and missionary, has been asked to speak at that same park for another big event.   Sadly, it could be his last.   James has begun to show signs of dementia.   His wife Alma and his neurologist, Henry Rutland, both believe James can speak at the event.

 But something else is troubling James.  He is having intense dreams where he interacts with two deceased family members:  the Morven’s son Archie and James’ mother.   They, like Alma and Henry, seem to be on the same mission, trying to guide James back to Regent Park despite the doubts that cloud his mind.

 As the day of the event approaches, James encounters 10 year old Kyle (who reminds him of his son Archie) and his single mother Naomi Gibbons.   This mother and son are poor, lonely and longing for a miracle. Naomi is paranoid Kyle will be taken away from her and trusts no one.   The Morvens come to their aid as well as Henry’s, whose wife Vera lays on her deathbed.   These souls are desperate to find peace that is lacking in their lives.

 Will James’ illness prevent him from being the kind of help he’s been for people in need?   Can Alma’s unyielding support, James’ trust in God and the unrelenting visions he’s experiencing be enough to quash his fears and speak at Regent Park?