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A review by oceanwriter
Opening the Holy Door: Hope-Filled Scripture Reflections from St. Peter's Basilica by Joan Watson
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.75
As the 2025 Jubilee Year begins, Opening the Holy Door is a fantastic book to pick up to start the spiritual year. A large part of the book is a history on the door's panels and the connections to Scripture, but it's also a workbook with several prompts (spanning over 12 days) for reflection.
For the purpose of this read-through, I didn't participate as I would have normally by reading it daily and keeping a journal. I hope to enter through one of the Holy Doors some time this year and I will keep in mind to look back at this book for preparation. Even if someone reading is unable to visit one of the doors (and I'll say especially if someone is unable), this book will bring you a little closer.
Thanks to Ave Maria Press and NetGalley for providing a free digital ARC of the book.
For the purpose of this read-through, I didn't participate as I would have normally by reading it daily and keeping a journal. I hope to enter through one of the Holy Doors some time this year and I will keep in mind to look back at this book for preparation. Even if someone reading is unable to visit one of the doors (and I'll say especially if someone is unable), this book will bring you a little closer.
Thanks to Ave Maria Press and NetGalley for providing a free digital ARC of the book.