The imitation of Mary Classic

The Imitation of Mary from Catholic Book Publishing is an excellent companion volume to the beloved and highly esteemed book Imitation of Christ. In this book, culled from the deeply spiritual works of Thomas à Kempis, the reader is treated to beautiful writings about Our Lady set forth in the style of the Imitation of Christ. He offers the reader a splendid way to grow in following Jesus through imitating His Blessed Mother. With an attractive gold stamped, blue cloth cover and stained edges, this 144-page book is a profoundly spiritual road map for readers who wish to travel with Mary and Jesus.

How to Pray with The Imitation of Mary Daily

Let’s get practical. You’ve got a copy of The Imitation of Mary in your hands—or maybe it’s sitting on your nightstand, waiting for you to crack it open. This isn’t just a book; it’s a spiritual roadmap, a way to walk with the Blessed Mother every single day. But how do you make it a habit, something that sticks in the chaos of daily life? Here’s a no-nonsense guide to praying with this powerful text, even if you’ve only got a few minutes between coffee and carpool.

First, carve out a sacred sliver of time. Doesn’t have to be long—five minutes will do when you’re starting. Pick a spot where you won’t be interrupted, maybe a quiet corner with a candle or a small statue of Mary. Open the book to a short passage. These writings, often attributed to Thomas à Kempis, are bite-sized but packed with depth, mirroring the style of The Imitation of Christ but with Mary as the lens. Read slowly. Let a single line sink in, like “Imitate Mary in her humility, and you will find peace.” Chew on it. What does humility look like in your life today? Are you rushing through tasks, ignoring the small chances to serve?

Next, turn it into a conversation. Talk to Mary about that line. Yeah, out loud if you can, or silently if you’re on a crowded bus. Ask her to show you how she lived that virtue—humility, patience, trust in God—and beg her intercession to help you do the same. This isn’t just rote prayer; it’s raw, real dialogue with the Mother of God, who’s closer to you than you might think.

Then, carry it with you. Jot down that one line or word—humility, surrender, whatever hit you—on a sticky note or in your phone. Glance at it during the day. Let it be a nudge when you’re tempted to snap at a coworker or scroll mindlessly instead of being present. Mary’s example isn’t meant to stay in those five minutes; it’s supposed to bleed into your whole day.

If you’ve got more time, pair this with a decade of the Rosary. Meditate on a mystery while holding that day’s insight from The Imitation of Mary. Imagine her at the Annunciation, saying yes with total trust, as you wrestle with your own hesitations. Let her life illuminate yours.

This isn’t about perfection. Some days, you’ll forget. Others, you’ll feel nothing. Keep showing up. Mary doesn’t demand flawless devotion; she just wants your heart, messy as it is. Over time, this daily practice becomes less a task and more a lifeline, a quiet way to align your soul with hers, step by step, toward her Son.

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