Letters Saint

FAIRACRES PUBLICATIONS 120 Scholars have often concentrated on the theological writings of St Athanasius (c. 296-373 AD) and on his influence as a religious leader, so that his contribution to the monastic life has not received due recognition. In these six letters addressed to monks, Athanasius is revealed as a wise spiritual guide and loving pastor, determined that the monks should receive sound teaching, so as to avoid the pitfalls of heresies current at that time. As Leslie Barnard notes in his Introduction, ‘The permanent significance of these letters lies in their wisdom, moderation...

“My fondness for good books was my salvation. Reading the Letters of St. Jerome encouraged me so much that I decided to tell my father about my decision to take the habit,” writes St. Teresa of Avila. She is but one of the many people who in the course of time have found consolation and guidance for life in St. Jerome's letters on the monastic life. Indeed, he is also one of the most important authors in the history of monasticism, situated between the Desert Fathers, John Cassian, and St. Augustine, and well before St. Benedict. These five letters of “St. Jerome, God’s Grouch” (...

Discover the Timeless Wisdom of Paul’s Letters to the Corinthians – Reimagined for 2025!Are you seeking spiritual guidance that speaks to today’s challenges? Introducing the 2025 Modern English Translation of Paul’s Letters to the Corinthians – a fresh, accessible, and vibrant rendering of these foundational New Testament texts. Crafted with clarity and cultural relevance, this translation brings Paul’s timeless wisdom to life for a new generation.Why This Translation Stands Out: Clear and Contemporary Language: Complex theology is distilled into straightforward, modern English,...

Lydia's life is turning upside down. Her family has converted to Orthodox Christianity without her, she's just about to leave home for college, one of her friends is pregnant, and soon she'll be facing all the trials and temptations encountered by every young adult who is on her own for the first time. Lydia needs a friend badly and she finds one in the most unexpected place: an icon of St. Lydia. Young Lydia pours out her troubles in letters to St. Lydia, who (invisibly to Lydia) answers, guiding her through her time of troubles with deep love and compassion.

Imagine if the stories you've heard about Jesus and Mary Magdalene, both from religious traditions and new age spirituality, only scratched the surface of their true tale. What if their extraordinary journey could unlock a deeper, more fulfilling experience in your own life today? Love Letters From Mary Magdalene challenges every narrative you've ever encountered about Mary Magdalene, Yeshua (known as Jesus Christ), and their intertwined lives. Within its pages lies the transformative potential to elevate your existence to a higher octave of Love and Joy, drawing from the profound teachings...

Franz Jägerstätter, an Austrian farmer, a devoted husband and father, and a devout Catholic, was executed in 1943 as a result of his refusal to serve in the Nazi army. Before taking this stand Jägerstätter consulted both his pastor and his local bishop, who instructed him to do his duty to the fatherland and to obey the law, an instruction that violated his conscience.

Fairacres Publications 72 This book contains the fourteen surviving letters of St Ammonas, one of the disciples of St Antony the Great. The main topics of these letters are the gifts of the Spirit, spiritual direction and discernment of the will of God. Derwas Chitty made a draft translation of these letters from the Greek and early Syriac versions; after his death, Dr Sebastian Brock carried out a thorough revision and added an introduction and a bibliography. Derwas James Chitty (1901-71), an Anglican priest and Church historian with a particular interest in Orthodoxy, devoted much of his...

When student Tim Journeyman first wrote to family friend Dr. Paul Woodson, he didn't know it would start a fifteen-year mentorship that would shape his life and Christian faith. Within their candid letters are words of real-world wisdom—from a "senior saint" to a "junior saint"—covering various areas of living, from the theological to the everyday. Written as fictional correspondence between two men at different stages of life and faith, the novel Letters Along the Way provides important biblical perspectives.

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With Love Letters from the King, Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien encourages you to swipe out of social media and into Scripture. Through 100 biblical devotions, Tarah-Lynn reveals God's heart for you as you wrestle with issues of identity, intimacy, pain, and perseverance. Each devotion includes relatable entries sharing the struggles of young women; prayer prompts to continue your conversation with God; Scripture meditations to dig deeper; and biblical affirmations to carry into your day.

Here is a stirring fictional account of the amazing real-life story of John Riley, an Irishman who led his men to desert the American military during the Mexican-American War, as seen through the eyes of two memorable narrators. It is June 1845, and Paddy Quinn is a camp boy for the American army which is bound for Mexico. A young man with journalistic aspirations, Paddy writes letters for illiterate soldiers and learns that, like him, many are Irish, including the enigma John Riley.

Although there are numerous books on St. Paul and his letters, none "knock over" the average person. In Understanding St. Paul, Deacon Bob Evans breaks open the wealth of St. Paul's wisdom in brief, understandable chapters through the lens of fascinating findings. You will learn about St. Paul's tempestuous times and heroic life which reveal the mystery of his message.

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In 1979, 24-year-old Maura O'Halloran moved to Japan and became the first woman ever admitted to Toshoji Temple. Soshin-san (O'Halloran's monastic name) labored through three intense years of work and study in preparation for becoming a dharma teacher. Her life ended abruptly during a trip to Thailand, and today Soshin-san is revered as a Buddhist saint. The material in this program is from her private and heartfelt journals and letters.

In this hospital… …the doctors are sexy, arrogant, and trouble. Will she be able to resist the Golden Boy’s charms? Bailey had done her best to raise her 15-year-old sister Josie since their parents died. It wasn’t easy, but she worked hard to build a career. Now, she was the top Surgical Technicians and had earned the doctor’s respect. When her boss, Dr. Lopez, decides it’s time to retire, she’s not ready for his successor. The hospitals top surgeon had it all. As sexy as he was successful, she felt her pulse raise when he entered the operating room. Would she fight her ...

Beth Cardall has a secret. For 18 years, she has had no choice but to keep it to herself, but on Christmas Eve 2008, all that is about to change. For Beth, 1989 was a year marked by tragedy. She had lost any ability to trust, to hope, or to believe in herself. Then, on Christmas Day, as she rushed through a blizzard to the nearest 7-Eleven, Beth encountered Matthew, a strikingly handsome, mysterious stranger, who would single-handedly change the course of her life.

Letters of Salvation addresses the Plan of Salvation in a way which adds significant insight into many of the questions Latter-day Saints have come to avoid asking. Using a framework of letters from a parent to a child, it brings to light complex eternal concepts that add significant insight, while being approachable and easy to read. Utilizing doctrinal principles and a theological narrative, it addresses:-Pre-spirit intelligences-Pre-mortal growth-Heavenly Father & Mother-Pre-earth chaos and war-Our Pre-mortal Fall-Adamic Salvation-Justice and Mercy-Millennium Progression In the spirit of...

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When we look for the good, we will find it; and isn’t that really what we want to find? When we focus on love and charity, we focus on the greatest of all virtues. Jesus Christ is always our example and role model. These are some of the thoughts included in this book of letters to missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, written by Ritchey and Fonda Marbury as they served as mission president and companion from July 1978, through June 1981. The stories, poems, antidotes, and quotations will motivate and inspire readers to continue to love one another; and to quote ...