Description
Christ Is Passing By. (Planner, hardcover)
Book Summary
This work brings together eighteen homilies by St. Josemaría Escrivá, offering a profound and accessible exposition of Christian doctrine throughout the liturgical year. In its pages, the reader will find a spiritual guide that invites them to discover Christ in daily life, combining theological reflection with accessible and practical language. With a prologue by Msgr. Álvaro del Portillo, this volume is presented in a carefully crafted hardcover edition, ideal for both personal study and as a companion for daily prayer.
What is it about?
The book is structured around the principal solemnities and liturgical seasons of the Christian calendar: Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, Easter, and Pentecost, as well as feasts dedicated to the Virgin Mary and certain saints. Each homily develops a concrete aspect of the faith, such as divine filiation, sanctified work, the life of prayer, or the virtue of hope. St. Josemaría uses a direct and meditative style, supported by Gospel passages, to show how ordinary life can be a path to encountering God. The work invites the reader to reflect on their own existence in light of the Christian message, offering keys to living the faith with authenticity and joy in one's family, professional, and social environments.
Main themes
- The sanctification of work and ordinary life as a path to Christian perfection.
- The meaning of divine filiation and trust in God as Father.
- The centrality of the Eucharist and the sacraments in the spiritual life.
- The virtue of Christian hope in the face of difficulties and suffering.
- The role of the Virgin Mary as a model of faith and surrender.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at those interested in Christian spirituality, both lay and consecrated, who are looking for a solid guide to deepen their faith. It is especially useful for those who wish to meditate on the liturgical year and apply its teachings to daily life. It is also suitable for reading groups, study circles, or as support material for preaching and catechesis.
What this book offers
- A clear and structured exposition of Christian doctrine linked to the liturgical calendar.
- Practical keys for integrating faith into daily activities, from work to personal relationships.
- An accessible and reflective tone that facilitates personal meditation and prayer.
- A sturdy and portable hardcover edition, ideal for frequent use as a reference book or spiritual planner.
- The added value of the prologue by Msgr. Álvaro del Portillo, which contextualizes the work within St. Josemaría's legacy.
Technical specifications
- Author: Escrivá de Balaguer, Josemaría
- Publisher: Ediciones Rialp, S.A.
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Christian spirituality and religious experience
- Collection: Books by Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: First edition in 1973
- Number of pages: 432
- Weight: 140 g
Editorial assessment
This is a classic work of contemporary spirituality that has accompanied thousands of readers in their life of faith. The homily structure allows for fragmented and meditative reading, adapted to the rhythm of the liturgical year. The hardcover edition, which is lightweight, makes it practical to carry and consult frequently. It is a reference title for those who wish to learn about St. Josemaría Escrivá's message on the sanctification of ordinary life, with an approach that is both accessible and doctrinally solid.