Day 7: Final Thoughts

"That's what alchemists do. They show that, when we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better, too."

"The Alchemist is a beautiful and heartwarming story with an 

exotic flavor....You may or may not agree with Paulo Coelho's philosophy, but it's nonetheless a tale that comforts our hearts as much as our souls."

- Bergensavisen (Norway)

What do you consider to be Coelho's philosophy (in your own words)? Are there particular facets of it, particular lessons or truths, that resonnated with you while you read The Alchemist? On the other hand, are there particular aspects of it that you disagree with? 

What new thoughts has reading The Alchemist and taking part in this Book Club left you with about the idea of vocation (or Personal Legend, as Coelho would put it)? Are you beginning to have a new sense of your own vocation or, alternatively, a new sense of how to discern your vocation? 

Thank you so much for taking part in this second of three book discussions in our Summer Book Club! We hope that you will join us August 16-22nd for our third and final book, Catholics on Call: Discerning a Life of Service in the Church edited by Robin Ryan, CP. (You can Order a copy here!)