Finding God in a Leaf: The Mysticism of Laudato Si'

by Brian Grogan

Brian Grogan brings Ignatian spirituality and lived appreciation of God's creation to his book of meditations on Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si'. He invites us to recognise God in all things. "A must for everyone who shies away from 'dusty tomes' and ideal for individual or group reflection." Reality.

64 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 20, 2019

Reviews

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Grogon's short book is an excellent entry into Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si. This book contains short but meaningful reflections, a month's worth, on the encyclical about the care of Creation which includes all creatures: nonliving, living, and human. Grogan references the encyclical throughout. The encyclical is complete with good ecololgical and environmental studies, scripture, and church teaching but is a bit dense. Grogan's book is a great companion focusing on spirituality and our relationship with God. Grogan's book makes a great private devotional or might be used as a group study with the encyclical.

The book has an Introduction, two parts, a Postscript, and a Further Reading section. Part One: The Doors of Perception has 13 entires and a summary. Par Two: Repair My House has two entries.

Highly recommended for those concerned about Creation (nature and the environment), those looking for an entry into Laudato Si, and those looking for a Christian perspective on nature.