Books Reviews about El Camino to Help You Prepare for Your Journey

Annotated Bibliography: Christian Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago

1. Rupp, J. (2005). Walk in a relaxed manner: Life lessons from the Camino. Orbis Books. In this gentle and faith-filled memoir, Sister Joyce Rupp recounts her journey on the Camino as a sacred time of slowing down and listening to God’s voice. She reflects on themes of patience, humility, companionship, and the grace found in life’s interruptions—making this one of the best introductions for Christians seeking spiritual formation through pilgrimage.

   
   

2. Phelan, V. (2016). The Camino way: Lessons in leadership from a walk across Spain. Broadway Books. Victor Phelan draws from his walk on the Camino to offer spiritual and practical insights that connect pilgrimage to leadership and Christian vocation. His reflections remind readers that leadership, like pilgrimage, is a journey of service, surrender, and transformation.

   
   

3. Moore, T. (2012). The pilgrim: A spiritual journey to Santiago de Compostela. Brilliance Audio. Thomas Moore offers a reflective narrative that explores the Camino as a metaphor for the interior life with God. His meditations invite Christians to rediscover the sacred in simplicity, struggle, and companionship on the road.

   
   

4. O’Neal, K. (2019). Walking in wonder: A Camino journey. Broadleaf Books. Kimberly O’Neal shares her transformative Camino experience through the lens of Christian spirituality. With humor and honesty, she shows how pilgrimage deepens trust in God and cultivates gratitude, community, and joy along life’s journey.

   
   

5. Sibley, R. (2014). The way of the stars: Journeys on the Camino de Santiago. HarperCollins.Robert Sibley blends travel narrative and spiritual reflection, drawing parallels between the ancient pilgrim way and the Christian path of discipleship. His writing captures the mystery, history, and faith that still draw pilgrims to the Camino today.

6. Freeman, A. (2013). An unlikely pilgrim: An authentic journey of discovery on the Camino de Santiago. Authentic Media. Written from a distinctly Christian perspective, Andy Freeman shares how God used the Camino to heal, renew, and reshape his faith. His story is honest and deeply relatable for those seeking to encounter God in new and unexpected ways.