Book review: The Hidden Treasure: Holy Mass

The Hidden Treasure: Holy Mass
by St. Leonard of Port Maruice (123 pages)

“Treasures, however great and precious, are never appreciated until examined, counted over, and summed up.” Thus begins one of the most compelling discussions of the Mass ever written. As Catholics, we tend to take the Mass for granted, attending out of obligation, rather than desire. However, St. Leonard warns, this is not enough. In his book, St. Leonard offers a beautiful meditation on the tremendous powers of the Holy Mass, while fervently urging the reader to take advantage of these powers by hearing the Mass as frequently as possible. Not only does he discuss the great powers of a single Mass, but he also offers many suggestions for hearing Mass more devoutly. The Hidden Treasure is beautifully woven together with Scripture, anecdotes, stories of the saints, and the author’s own compelling voice. If you desire to better understand the mystery of the Holy Mass and attend it more often, then put this book at the top of your list of books to read!