The Desert Fathers - Sayings of the Early Christian Monks
…translations of the most influential early Christian writings The DesertFathers were the first Christian monks, living in solitude in the deserts of Egypt, Palestine, and Syria. In contrast to the formalized and official theology of the "founding fathers" of the Church, they were ordinary Christians who chose…
St. Antony Of The Desert
The classic, fascinating and almost fabulous life of St. Antony of the Desert, the Father of Monasticism, both East and West, all as recorded by St. Athanasius, his friend. Filled with miracles, wisdom and revelations. St. Antony revealed that there are swarms of devils everywhere, but that they are…
By Way of the Desert - 365 Daily Readings
…sayings of the early Christian mystics known as the DesertFathers and Mothers. The faith and endurance of those who survived the harsh conditions of desert living continue to inspire contemporary Christians who often struggle in metaphorical deserts of their own. As Bernard Bangley explains: Jesus began…
Earthen Vessels
…profound knowledge of the Fathers of the desert, presents with masterly coherence this important unity between what one believes and what one expresses in the practice of prayer: a fascinating rediscovery of the valuable treasure contained in the teachings of the Church Fathers on the practice of personal…
Unless You Do Penance (CD)
…. Collins reveals how you can truly make the most of this consecrated season. As you explore the Biblical account of Our Lord's Temptation in the desert and the penitential practices of great saints like Francis of Assisi, you'll discover how Lent is truly a spiritual "sparring round" for the "fight…
The Fire in the Cloud
…Cloud was God's glory that led the people of Israel in their Exodus through the desert. In Lent, which is our Exodus, God's glory leads us in Scripture, where his Word is the burning flame. Scripture scholar and teacher Father Francis Martin helps us respond to Christ, our Light, with insightful and inspiring…
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Year of the Black Pony
It’s the early 1900’s, and the Fellows family has decided to make a go of homesteading in the Oregon high desert. But the venture has been disastrous. Inexperienced Mr. Fellows resents any advice from his wife, who grew up on a farm. Ma is not only troubled about that, but 7-year-old Ellie’s chronic…