An Ignoble Experiment: The #1 book worldwide is about a priest

2024/02/27

The #1 book worldwide is about a priest

This Catholic treasure just became one of the bestselling books in the world.

For Lent, Hallow has been guiding its listeners through the book, He Leadeth Me. Thanks to a Super Bowl ad and the Holy Spirit, last week the book skyrocketed to become the current bestselling book in the world. And, it keeps going out of stock. The good news is we’ve secured some copies so you can take part in this global Catholic phenomenon.

He Leadeth Me is the remarkable tale of Fr. Walter Ciszek, who found himself imprisoned in a Soviet Gulag - convicted of being a Vatican spy. The true, harrowing autobiography unveils a narrative of death and resurrection, both literal and metaphorical, amidst the tumultuous backdrop of Communist Russia.

After disappearing for seven years, presumed dead, Ciszek's reappearance in 1955 marked a return from the abyss of Soviet imprisonment. However, it was within the confines of incarceration that Ciszek underwent a profound inner transformation, shedding his self-will and reliance to embrace unwavering trust in God - and in this transformation, he built a thriving parish in the Gulag, baptizing prisoners and all those confined with him.

Through his biography, Ciszek's journey becomes a testament to the power of faith, demonstrating how one can emerge from the darkest depths with renewed purpose and resilience.

This book is a handbook in learning to surrender, trust and rely on the Holy Spirit. It shows us the beauty of God’s unending work - even in our darkest hours. As the author asks, “What can ultimately trouble the soul that accepts every moment of every day as a gift from the hands of God and strives always to do his will?”

We couldn’t recommend this book more and are overjoyed it is now a bestseller. Whether you order it or not, let’s take a moment to celebrate that a book about a priest and trust in the divine plan is being read by so many people hungry for God.

God bless you!