'On Fire' Chosen for Fall 2025 Mission Book Club

09/04/2025

John O’Leary graduated from Saint Louis University in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Finance. He has gone on to become a celebrated motivational speaker, author, and founder of Rising Above. His book, On Fire, has been chosen as the Fall 2025 Mission Book Club selection. 

St. Ignatius tells his followers to, “go forth and set the world on fire”. John O’Leary’s book, On Fire, is a spark that lights the flame. His storytelling and real-life examples inspire people to live past the hurt and challenges and live the life they are made for. 

This book is an honest account of triumph over tragedy. On Fire contains O'Leary's reflections on the seven life-giving choices he made that ensured his survival and ability to ignite a radically inspired life. 

O'Leary gave the commencement address to the SLU class of 2023. A movie of his life, “Soul on Fire”, was filmed in part on the campus of SLU and is set for release this fall.

Book Club begins with a Zoom gathering on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at noon and will end with a luncheon on Monday, Oct. 27. 

To receive a book and learn more about the Book Club, fill out the Book Club registration form.