The Confessions of St Augustine!

Our next read is a classic that will take us into the heart of the spirituality that our Pope Leo XIV has been formed in: one of Christianity’s most enduring spiritual autobiographies: The Confessions of St Augustine, rendered in luminous prose by Fr Benignus O’Rourke OSA.

With clarity and grace, O’Rourke’s translation breathes new life into Augustine’s restless journey – from youthful ambition and inner turmoil to profound conversion and contemplative peace.

Each chapter is prefaced with thoughtful introductions, guiding us gently into Augustine’s meditations on memory, desire, and divine love. O’Rourke’s eloquence makes this ancient text startlingly contemporary, inviting us not only to read Augustine’s story but to reflect on our own.

Whether you’re drawn to the theological insights, the poetic introspection, or the raw honesty of a soul laid bare, this edition offers a rich and accessible path into one of the great spiritual classics. Prepare for a conversation that spans centuries – and touches the heart.

Let’s read slowly, listen deeply, and see what stirs.

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