The Father’s House: Discovering Our Home in the Trinity

by OP James Dominic Brent

What is the purpose of life?Who am I?How do I find love?Father James Brent, O.P., shows how friendship with Jesus Christ answers these burning questions. This approachable guide to the spiritual life explains how to live a transformative friendship with Christ that leads us to the fullness of life “in the Father’s House.” Learn to navigate the conflicting thoughts and desires that afflict the human heart and discover your true self in God.  -----“If you want to know the meaning of life, if you long to know who you are and Whose you are, if your heart aches to love and to be loved, this book will guide you to the answers and bring you into communion with the One who holds them.” — from the Foreword by Sister Bethany Madonna, SV -----“Father James Brent is in awe of the Trinity! He gives a beautiful witness to behold—an invitation for you, too. You are not meant to be separated from the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. You are meant to live in the heart of the Trinity, in merciful love and eternal victory. Don’t delay. Let the Trinity guide you to the fullness of the Christian life through the words of this humble and wise friar.” — Kathryn Jean Lopez, senior fellow, National Review Institute and author of A Year with the Visionary Wisdom for Daily Living  

Genres: Catholic

Kindle Edition

Published October 2, 2023

Reviews

[Connor Leoni · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was inspired to read the book after a short conversation at SEEK with Fr Brent when he shared the book was the product of 20 years of wrestling with St Thomas and JP2 theology.

He did not ultimately reference either a lot, but more of seemed to take St Thomas and many Church father’s thought speak it through the modern theologian’s line of thought.

I enjoyed a lot of this though. Super basic in a good way. Could appeal to a wide audience. Like many other great Dominicans, Fr Brent is able to break down the more complicated points to the point where it seems like basic stuff.

Also super convenient that he mentions Greek terms like nous and logoismoi because I read about it in Rod Dreher’s book a couple weeks ago too!

[Cecilia Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book accomplishes what it sets out to. Somewhat entry level, but is a great introduction to going deeper into understanding the Trinity, the indwelling, and contemplative prayer. Appreciated the ending where he ties together how the mystery of filial adoption leads to contemplative prayer. I think this book fills a gap where some books on prayer may be too advanced.

[Faith Flaherty · Rating 3 out of 5]

Strange as it may seem, this book was good, even though I gave it an average rating. The fault is mine, not the book's. This type of book is to read on retreat, or in Adoration, or actually any kind of quiet space.
Unfortunately, I read this waiting in a pick-up line, to pick up my grandchildren. Sometimes I read while waiting for an appointment. IOW, the atmosphere was not ideal.
Even so, I could see how this book would bring you into a deeper understanding, and following that, an intense relationship with God, the Blessed Trinity.
It's a small book and easily understandable. I recommend it.

[Natasha Skrovanek · Rating 5 out of 5]

great read diving deeper into living in the Father’s house!

[Ryan Romaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best contemporary spiritual books I have read!

[Stephanie Fries · Rating 4 out of 5]

A light spiritual read, though rich in content. His reflections on the 'Contemplata' podcast are a great intro/ reinforcement!