Summary of Providence: God’s Loving Care for Men and the Need for Confidence in Almighty God by Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, OP

Introduction Fr. Garrigou-Lagrange presents the doctrine of Providence as a central pillar of the spiritual life, urging us to deepen our understanding of God’s wisdom and goodness as He directs all of creation toward its ultimate purpose. As we … [Read more...]

Summary of Dilexit Nos: On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ by Pope Francis

Introduction Dilexit Nos ("He Loved Us") is an encyclical issued by Pope Francis on October 24, 2024, during the 12th year of his pontificate. With this document, Pope Francis invites the faithful to deepen their devotion to the Sacred Heart of … [Read more...]

Summary and Review of Mr. Blue by Myles Connolly

Myles Connolly’s Mr. Blue is a simple yet thought-provoking novel that introduces us to J. Blue, a modern-day mystic whose life embodies a radical Catholic vision of the world. Through the eyes of an unnamed narrator, we follow Blue’s joyful yet … [Read more...]

Summary and Review of Practicing the Way: Be with Jesus. Become like him. Do as he did. by John Mark Comer

In Practicing the Way, John Mark Comer hits on one of life’s biggest questions: Who’s your rabbi? And no, he's not talking about joining a synagogue—he’s asking what or who is really shaping your life. Whether it’s our culture, social media, or our … [Read more...]

Summary of Healing: Bringing the Gift of God’s Mercy to the World by Dr. Mary Healy

In "Healing: Bringing the Gift of God’s Mercy to the World," Dr. Mary Healy provides a compelling, faith-filled examination of the role of healing within the Christian tradition, particularly as it relates to evangelization and the mercy of God. … [Read more...]

Summary and Review of The One Thing by Gary Keller

Gary Keller's "The One Thing" provides a clear framework for achieving extraordinary results through focused effort. Keller encourages readers to identify the "one thing" or single most important task that will have the greatest impact on their goals … [Read more...]

Catholic Summary of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

Background J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, or There and Back Again is a cornerstone of fantasy literature, infused with the moral and spiritual insights of Tolkien’s deep Catholic faith. Written while Tolkien was at Pembroke College, Oxford, and … [Read more...]

Summary of Abandonment to Divine Providence by Jean-Pierre de Caussade

Jean-Pierre de Caussade's Abandonment to Divine Providence is a spiritual classic that offers timeless insights into the essence of Christian spirituality. Written for the Sisters of the Visitation in Nancy, France, between 1733 and 1740, the work … [Read more...]

Summary of On Loving God by St. Bernard of Clairvaux

St. Bernard’s On Loving God is a short classic on how our love for God grows and matures. He explains that love passes through four stages, starting very self-centered but ending in complete union with God. 1st Degree: Loving God for What He … [Read more...]

Summary of These Are the Sacraments by Fulton Sheen

Fulton Sheen wrote These Are the Sacraments in 1962. The majority of his insights are based on the liturgical rites for each of the sacraments in 1962. As a result, there is a lot of interesting reflections that do not directly pertain to the … [Read more...]