Book Review: With Jesus & Mary: Reflections on the Rosary by Fr. Daniel Klimek, M.I.C.

Fr. Daniel Klimek’s With Jesus & Mary: Reflections on the Rosary is a spiritually enriching guide that invites readers to deepen their experience of the Rosary through a blend of Scripture, saintly wisdom, and mystical insights. As a priest and spiritual director with expertise in Mariology, Fr. Klimek offers a fresh perspective on this timeless Catholic devotion, making it accessible and relevant for both seasoned pray-ers and newcomers.

The book draws on the teachings of revered figures such as Pope St. John Paul II, St. John of the Cross, St. Josemaría Escrivá, St. Faustina Kowalska, and mystics like Venerable Maria of Ágreda and Caryll Houselander. Klimek skillfully weaves their insights into reflections on each mystery of the Rosary, uncovering spiritual treasures that illuminate the prayer’s depth. His approach transforms the Rosary from a rote practice into a dynamic meditation that connects readers with the lives of Jesus and Mary.

Klimek’s strength lies in his ability to bridge theological depth with practical application. Each chapter provides thoughtful reflections that encourage readers to apply the lessons of the mysteries—Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and Luminous—to their daily lives. His writing is clear, heartfelt, and grounded in a deep love for the Rosary, making it easy to follow while offering profound insights for contemplation.

Overall, With Jesus & Mary is a beautifully crafted resource that inspires a renewed appreciation for the Rosary. Fr. Klimek’s scholarly yet approachable style makes this book a valuable companion for anyone seeking to grow closer to Jesus and Mary through this cherished prayer.

BIO for Fr. Daniel Klimek

Fr. Daniel Klimek serves as the assistant director of evangelization at The National Shrine of The Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA, under the Marians of the Immaculate Conception. A Marian theologian, author, podcaster, and lecturer, he is a faculty member of spirituality at The Cenacle of Our Lady of Divine Providence School of Spiritual Direction in Clearwater, FL, and contributes to the deacon formation program at Saint Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology. Fr. Klimek is the author of For the Love of Mary (Emmaus Road, 2022) and Medjugorje and the Supernatural (Oxford University Press, 2018). He earned his Ph.D. in spirituality with distinction from the Catholic University of America and a Master of Arts in Religion from Yale Divinity School.