Letters Saint

FAIRACRES PUBLICATIONS 050 These seven letters were addressed by St Antony (251-356 AD) to his disciples. This hermit of the Egyptian desert draws our attention to those things which are essential in the spiritual life. Among the main themes are the witness of the Holy Spirit in the conscience of each person, the need for self-knowledge, the call to follow Christ, the unity of the Church, and our mutual co-inherence as members of the Body of Christ.

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...

A fresh English translation of the letters of St. Ambrose of Optina, one of the great spiritual elders of the Russian Orthodox Church. At the height of Optina Monastery’s spiritual flowering, St. Ambrose became known as a wise and compassionate elder whose counsel reached monks, families, widows, parents, converts, the sick, the sorrowing, and Christians struggling to live faithfully in the world. St. Ambrose of Optina: Letters to Spiritual Children in the World gathers his spiritual letters to laypeople into a reader’s edition for Orthodox Christians seeking guidance in prayer, ...

The Voice of Augustine in the Daily Life of the Early Church The letters of Augustine reveal one of Christianity’s greatest theologians at work as a pastor, bishop, and correspondent in a changing Roman world. Modernized English based on the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers edition Clear, readable prose for contemporary readers Includes correspondence with major figures such as Jerome Covers doctrine, pastoral care, church discipline, and daily life Essential primary source for patristic studies and church history Written over the course of several decades, Augustine’s letters address a ...

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.

Translated by Father Neil Xavier O'Donoghue, St. Patrick: His Confession and Other Works from Catholic Book Publishing gives the reader an excellent perspective on this beloved Saint, making him even more relevant for modern times. This book details two of the Saint's written works: Confession...

The #1bestselling author of The Christmas Box and A Christmas Memory presents a breathtaking story of the transcendent power of love. Beth Cardall has a secret. For eighteen 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...

“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” (...

What does it mean to live a truly spiritual life? How does a Christian move from outward observance to inward transformation? In this foundational work of Orthodox spiritual teaching, Saint Theophan the Recluse answers these questions with clarity, precision, and pastoral warmth. Written in the form of letters of guidance, this book unfolds as a practical introduction to the inner life, addressing readers who desire not theory, but real spiritual growth. Saint Theophan explains that the spiritual life is the awakening of the soul to communion with God. It requires the gathering of the mind,...

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...

Experience the ultimate spiritual transformation in Christian history as a fierce persecutor becomes a devoted visionary. Perfect for your morning commute or moments of quiet reflection, this immersive biography brings first-century Rome to life. Follow a dramatic timeline of perilous sea...

You've watched Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey, the top 5 true-crime docuseries on Netflix. Now discover the revealing memoir of one woman featured in the series who was forced into polygamous marriage and her brave struggle to protect others from the same fate. Rebecca Musser grew up in fear...

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.

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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.

This historic work reveals the inner spiritual life of one of the most beloved and important religious figures in history. During her lifelong service to the poorest of the poor, Mother Teresa became an icon of compassion to people of all religions; her extraordinary contributions to the care of...

Eighty years ago, C. S. Lewis let readers eavesdrop on Hell's own correspondence and changed how an entire generation thought about temptation. This is that same war, fought now through smartphones instead of air raids, through algorithms instead of gossip, through a culture that has learned to disguise its oldest sins in the gentlest possible language. Wormwood is no longer the bumbling apprentice his uncle Screwtape once scolded. He is a Senior Tempter now, and he has an apprentice of his own: Scindle, whose very name, from the Latin scindere, to divide, tells you exactly what he has been...

How to Really Study the Bible Looking for an enjoyable way to study the Bible by yourself or with friends and family? Tired of reading a passage of the Bible and finding that you’ve forgotten what you just read? Looking for a way to increase your attention and understanding during Bible study? You’re just seconds away from deeper engagement with the New Testament scriptures... Study the Bible by Taking Bible Quizzes After Every Chapter If you're like most people, you pay better attention and get more out of what you study when you know that you're going to take a quiz on it. This is why...

Forget everything you thought you knew about the Apostle Paul. If you search for the story of the Apostle Paul, you will find countless sanitized biographies and devotional guides. But what if you could step behind the curtain of history? What if you could look at the dirt, the stones, and the real-world political machine that Paul fought—and eventually conquered? The Life of Saint Paul: Uncovering the Missing Years Beyond Acts is a groundbreaking, evidence-based investigation that bridges the gap between ancient tradition and modern archaeological reality. This book takes you beyond the ...