Catholic Classics: The Imitation of Christ
Catholic Classics

Catholic Classics: The Imitation of Christ

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Read Thomas à Kempis ' Imitation of Christ with Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., and Fr. Mike Schmitz. One of the most widely read books in history, guiding readers

Hosted by Fr. Mike Schmitz · Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

Man proposes, but God disposes. Nor is the way of man in his own hands.

— Thomas à Kempis, c. 1418

Catholic Classics - Second Only to the Bible - The Imitation of Christ

Starting October 22, 2025, Fr. Mike Schmitz makes his debut as host of Catholic Classics, joined by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. Together they read through Thomas à Kempis's The Imitation of Christ chapter by chapter — 30 episodes of reflection and commentary on one of the greatest books ever written.

The second most-read book in Christian history, after the Bible itself. For 600 years The Imitation of Christ has drawn men and women — including many of the Church's greatest saints — away from worldly vanity and
toward true union with Christ.

Catholic Classics: Imitation of Christ - Beloved by the Saints

BELOVED BY THE SAINTS

Catholic Classics: Imitation of Christ - Beloved by the Saints

St. Teresa of Avila carried it with her at all times. St. Thomas More read it in prison. St. Ignatius of Loyola turned to it as his first spiritual companion after his conversion. For 600 years, The Imitation of Christ has found its way into the hands of the holiest men and women the Church has known.

Catholic Classics: Imitation of Christ - The Catholic Classics Edition

THE CATHOLIC CLASSICS EDITION

Catholic Classics: Imitation of Christ - The Catholic Classics Edition

The language of Thomas à Kempis has shifted considerably in 600 years. This edition brings you The Imitation of Christ in clear, accessible modern English — without losing the depth and beauty of the original.

Exclusive commentary written specifically for this edition helps you understand how each passage connects to the whole of the spiritual life.

Catholic Classics: Imitation of Christ - The Podcast

THE PODCAST

Catholic Classics: Imitation of Christ - The Podcast

Over 30 episodes, Fr. Mike Schmitz and Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. read through The Imitation of Christ together — offering reflection on what each chapter means for the Catholic trying to live a devout life today.

Walk with Thomas à Kempis for 30 days

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