The Vatican announced the English publication of Pope Leo XIV’s new book, Freedom Under Grace, on Tuesday, September 15. The volume is now available for purchase in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and throughout the Commonwealth.

Augustinian Heritage

The collection gathers addresses, homilies, and personal writings from Robert Prevost’s tenure as Prior General of the Order of Saint Augustine. Pope Leo XIV is the first pontiff drawn from this religious order and the first American to lead the universal Church. His native language is English.

Penguin Random House issued a press release confirming the distribution details. The book offers readers insight into the spiritual formation of the current pope through his earlier leadership within the Augustinian community. It highlights the enduring influence of St. Augustine on Prevost’s theological perspective and pastoral approach.

Continuity in Teaching

This release follows previous publications of the pope’s early writings, which have drawn interest from scholars and faithful alike. The new work continues that trajectory, making his reflections accessible to a broader English-speaking audience. Fr. Joseph Farrell currently serves as Prior General of the Order of Saint Augustine.

By sharing these texts, Pope Leo XIV invites readers to engage with the Augustinian tradition that shapes his vision for the Church today.