Saints' lives for children
Archer Saint
Archer Saint
A Story of St Hubert of Liege
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Born in 657, this young boy loved riding and hunting especially stag and deer hunting. Here was a young boy who someday would be a great leader in the church but during his youth, this was the farthest thing from his mind.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 90 pages
A Story of St Hubert of Liege
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
Born in 657, this young boy loved riding and hunting especially stag and deer hunting. Here was a young boy who someday would be a great leader in the church but during his youth, this was the farthest thing from his mind.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 90 pages
A Story of St Hubert
The Boy from Cheapside
The Boy from Cheapside
A Story of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Thomas Beckett was born around 1118 in London. His parents were middle class merchants who sent him to a good school taught by monks. There he began learning not only his lessons, but also how to control his quick temper. His hard work helped him to become one of the most powerful men in England-the Chancellor to King Henry II. Later, when the ambitious king appointed Thomas to be the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas knew that he would be forced to choose between serving God or king.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
by Brother Marco Daly, C.S.C.
Thomas Beckett was born around 1118 in London. His parents were middle class merchants who sent him to a good school taught by monks. There he began learning not only his lessons, but also how to control his quick temper. His hard work helped him to become one of the most powerful men in England-the Chancellor to King Henry II. Later, when the ambitious king appointed Thomas to be the Archbishop of Canterbury, Thomas knew that he would be forced to choose between serving God or king.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas of Canterbury
Girl Who Laughed at Satan
Girl Who Laughed at Satan
A Story of St Rose of Lima
by Brother Roberto, CSC
A baby named Isabel became known as Rose when before the eyes of her mother and her mother's friends her face seemed to become a beautiful white rose opening before their eyes. God gave Rose special graces to be able to bear pain and practice severe penances. She looked forward to suffering in union with Christ.
Rose devoted her life to making reparation for sins of others. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Rose of Lima, who by offering her sufferings for the sins of others showed how deep her love of God was.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of St Rose of Lima
by Brother Roberto, CSC
A baby named Isabel became known as Rose when before the eyes of her mother and her mother's friends her face seemed to become a beautiful white rose opening before their eyes. God gave Rose special graces to be able to bear pain and practice severe penances. She looked forward to suffering in union with Christ.
Rose devoted her life to making reparation for sins of others. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Rose of Lima, who by offering her sufferings for the sins of others showed how deep her love of God was.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of St Rose of Lima
The Hour Of The Dragon
The Hour Of The Dragon
A Story of Saint Theophane Venard
by Genard Greene, C.S.C.
Theophane Venard was an obedient child that accepted work as an everyday obligation. His parents, devout Catholics, carefully instructed their children in their obligations toward God and their Savior Jesus. The Mass, the Rosary and prayer became most important in their daily lives. After being ordained a priest he was sent to China as a missionary. He suffered greatly and was eventually put to death for his faith. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Theophane Venard by praying to receive grace to face suffering of everyday life bravely, offering all to God and asking to receive death calmly and heroically.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Theophane Venard
by Genard Greene, C.S.C.
Theophane Venard was an obedient child that accepted work as an everyday obligation. His parents, devout Catholics, carefully instructed their children in their obligations toward God and their Savior Jesus. The Mass, the Rosary and prayer became most important in their daily lives. After being ordained a priest he was sent to China as a missionary. He suffered greatly and was eventually put to death for his faith. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Theophane Venard by praying to receive grace to face suffering of everyday life bravely, offering all to God and asking to receive death calmly and heroically.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Theophane Venard
The Man Who Limped To Heaven
The Man Who Limped To Heaven
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Ignatius was a soldier leading his men in battle when his legs were wounded by a cannon ball. During his long recovery, he read a book about the lives of the saints. Inspired by their example, he asked himself: “If these men could do it, why can’t I? They all had faults and they overcame them. I wonder if I could overcome mine with the grace of God.” Ignatius devoted the rest of his life to leading people to heaven. In 1534, he founded the Society of Jesus. He also wrote a wonderful book called The Spiritual Exercises. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Ignatius Loyola, who overcame his faults with the grace of God and devoted his life to leading people to heaven.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Ignatius was a soldier leading his men in battle when his legs were wounded by a cannon ball. During his long recovery, he read a book about the lives of the saints. Inspired by their example, he asked himself: “If these men could do it, why can’t I? They all had faults and they overcame them. I wonder if I could overcome mine with the grace of God.” Ignatius devoted the rest of his life to leading people to heaven. In 1534, he founded the Society of Jesus. He also wrote a wonderful book called The Spiritual Exercises. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Ignatius Loyola, who overcame his faults with the grace of God and devoted his life to leading people to heaven.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
The Merry Saint
The Merry Saint
A Story of Saint Thomas More
by Brother Evan Schmid, CSC
Thomas More lived his life totally devoted to God. He attended daily Mass, prayed, practiced penance, kept the Commandments and was devoted to the Blessed Mother. He turned to God for help in making decisions. He taught his children to keep God first in all things and to stick firmly to God when those around them did not. He said “Life is short and heaven is earned by tears.” And “It is blessed to suffer loss of house, land and life rather than offend God.” Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Thomas More by following this piece of advice from him. “Conscience is the voice of God-All must follow God’s law.”
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 93 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas More
by Brother Evan Schmid, CSC
Thomas More lived his life totally devoted to God. He attended daily Mass, prayed, practiced penance, kept the Commandments and was devoted to the Blessed Mother. He turned to God for help in making decisions. He taught his children to keep God first in all things and to stick firmly to God when those around them did not. He said “Life is short and heaven is earned by tears.” And “It is blessed to suffer loss of house, land and life rather than offend God.” Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Thomas More by following this piece of advice from him. “Conscience is the voice of God-All must follow God’s law.”
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 93 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas More
The Miracle Man of Muro
The Miracle Man of Muro
A story of St Gerard Majella
by Brother Ernest, CSC
Born in 1726 in Muro, Italy he was an apprentice to a tailor. Later he became a Redemptorist Brother who was known to perform many miracles while attending to his duties.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A story of St Gerard Majella
by Brother Ernest, CSC
Born in 1726 in Muro, Italy he was an apprentice to a tailor. Later he became a Redemptorist Brother who was known to perform many miracles while attending to his duties.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A story of St Gerard Majella
Ox Was An Angel
Ox Was An Angel
A Story of Saint Thomas Aquinas
by Brother Edward Overstreet, CSC
On Decemeber 6th, 1273, the great philosopher and theologian, Thomas Aquinas, was humbly kneeling in front of the Blessed Sacrament. A witness reported that he saw Thomas rising up in the air in front of the large crucifix. He then heard the crucifix speak, "Thou hast written well of Me, Thomas. What reward do you ask?" Then Thomas replied, "Only Thyself, Lord." Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Thomas Aquinas, who had a burning love and devotion to Christ in the Eucharist.
Level 3
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 144 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas Aquinas
by Brother Edward Overstreet, CSC
On Decemeber 6th, 1273, the great philosopher and theologian, Thomas Aquinas, was humbly kneeling in front of the Blessed Sacrament. A witness reported that he saw Thomas rising up in the air in front of the large crucifix. He then heard the crucifix speak, "Thou hast written well of Me, Thomas. What reward do you ask?" Then Thomas replied, "Only Thyself, Lord." Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Thomas Aquinas, who had a burning love and devotion to Christ in the Eucharist.
Level 3
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 144 pages
A Story of Saint Thomas Aquinas
When All Ships Failed
When All Ships Failed
A Story of Saint Raymond of Pennafort
by Brother Ernest, CSC
Raymond lived a long life focused on doing God's Will. He was born in 1175 near Barcelona, Spain and died there in 1275. As a Dominican priest of great learning, he was a canon lawyer who helped popes and advised kings. He was a humble man who allowed God to use him to do His Will.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of Saint Raymond of Pennafort
by Brother Ernest, CSC
Raymond lived a long life focused on doing God's Will. He was born in 1175 near Barcelona, Spain and died there in 1275. As a Dominican priest of great learning, he was a canon lawyer who helped popes and advised kings. He was a humble man who allowed God to use him to do His Will.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 94 pages
A Story of Saint Raymond of Pennafort
Don't Turn Back!
Don't Turn Back!
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
Ignatius was born in Spain in the year 1491. He became a Spanish soldier, and he lived a sinful life until he was thirty years old. After he was wounded in battle, Ignatius asked for some books to read during his long recovery. Instead of novels about romance or adventure, his brother brought him a book entitled "Lives of the Saints." Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, who was drawn closer to God by reading stories about the saints.
Level 3
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 141 pages
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
by Brother Roberto, C.S.C.
Ignatius was born in Spain in the year 1491. He became a Spanish soldier, and he lived a sinful life until he was thirty years old. After he was wounded in battle, Ignatius asked for some books to read during his long recovery. Instead of novels about romance or adventure, his brother brought him a book entitled "Lives of the Saints." Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, who was drawn closer to God by reading stories about the saints.
Level 3
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 141 pages
A Story of Saint Ignatius Loyola
Jeremiah the Prophet
Jeremiah the Prophet
by Brother Anthony Blasi, C.S.C.
Jeremiah lived about 600 years before the birth of Jesus. He lived at a time when God was punishing the Jewish nation and allowing them to be conquered by foreign armies. God inspired the prophet Jeremiah and gave him words to speak to the Jewish leaders. Jeremiah knew that the message he had to give would be unpopular. He could face punishment and even death if he dared to speak it. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Jeremiah the prophet, who had the courage and conviction to speak out against the evils of his day and to tell the truth about God’s plan for his people.
Level 3
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 135 pages
by Brother Anthony Blasi, C.S.C.
Jeremiah lived about 600 years before the birth of Jesus. He lived at a time when God was punishing the Jewish nation and allowing them to be conquered by foreign armies. God inspired the prophet Jeremiah and gave him words to speak to the Jewish leaders. Jeremiah knew that the message he had to give would be unpopular. He could face punishment and even death if he dared to speak it. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Jeremiah the prophet, who had the courage and conviction to speak out against the evils of his day and to tell the truth about God’s plan for his people.
Level 3
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 135 pages
I Serve the King
I Serve the King
A Story of Saint Francis Borgia
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Born in 1510, Francis served the court of King Charles V of Spain. He and his wife had 8 chidren. After the death of his wife, he felt called to the religious life and became a priest under the direction of Ignatius Loyola.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Francis Borgia
by Brother Roberto, CSC
Born in 1510, Francis served the court of King Charles V of Spain. He and his wife had 8 chidren. After the death of his wife, he felt called to the religious life and became a priest under the direction of Ignatius Loyola.
Level 2
Paperback, size 9" x 6", 96 pages
A Story of Saint Francis Borgia
More Once Upon a Time Saints
More Once Upon a Time Saints
by Ethel Pochocki
Here are yet more of "those human and lovable people whose mysterious passion for God led them into preposterous escapades." Story-teller Ethel Pochocki follows up her book Once Upon a Time Saints and presents another collection of wildly distinctive saints - from Hyacinth to Zita to Longinus to Kentigern - and readers will again be charmed by the vivid immediacy of their settings. We find out what very real people they were, these saints who lived and breathed in a wold as hard, as wet, as hot, as enticing and as changeful as our own. Yet their heroism is all their own. Ethel Pochocki leads us through their adventures, joys and sorrows to the truly happy ending each one gained.
Saints included
Ages: 5 +
Paperback, size 8.4" x 7", 93 pages
by Ethel Pochocki
Here are yet more of "those human and lovable people whose mysterious passion for God led them into preposterous escapades." Story-teller Ethel Pochocki follows up her book Once Upon a Time Saints and presents another collection of wildly distinctive saints - from Hyacinth to Zita to Longinus to Kentigern - and readers will again be charmed by the vivid immediacy of their settings. We find out what very real people they were, these saints who lived and breathed in a wold as hard, as wet, as hot, as enticing and as changeful as our own. Yet their heroism is all their own. Ethel Pochocki leads us through their adventures, joys and sorrows to the truly happy ending each one gained.
Saints included
| St Hyacinth | St Joan Delanoue | St Joseph of Arimathea | St Kentigern |
| St Longinus | St Martha | St Melangell | St Moses the Black |
| St Nicolas Postgate | St Pharaildis | St Rigobert | St Servulus |
| The Seven Sleepers of Ephesus | St Simeon | St Swithin | St Zita |
| St Adauctus |
Ages: 5 +
Paperback, size 8.4" x 7", 93 pages
Story of St Roch
A Story of St Roch
by Brother Franklin Cullen, C.S.C.
Roch, as a small boy, brought home a puppy and with a promise to his mother of being willing to care for it, she allowed him to keep it. These two friends were companions until his dog passed away. But even later in life he often remembered his friend fondly. After his parents died, when he was around twenty, he gave all his money to the poor and left on a pilgrimage to Rome. It was on this trip that he encountered many sick people that had contracted the plague and he stayed to help them before becoming sick as well. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Roch as he realized you don't need riches or honors to be a saint but you do need to do God's Will.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Franklin Cullen, C.S.C.
Roch, as a small boy, brought home a puppy and with a promise to his mother of being willing to care for it, she allowed him to keep it. These two friends were companions until his dog passed away. But even later in life he often remembered his friend fondly. After his parents died, when he was around twenty, he gave all his money to the poor and left on a pilgrimage to Rome. It was on this trip that he encountered many sick people that had contracted the plague and he stayed to help them before becoming sick as well. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint Roch as he realized you don't need riches or honors to be a saint but you do need to do God's Will.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
Story of St Peregrine
A Story of St Peregrine
by Brother Ernerst, C.S.C.
Born in 1260 this wealthy young man headed down the wrong road before returning to God. He had a sore on his leg that the doctors realized they could not cure so they decided to cut his leg off to save his life. Peregrine prayed to Our Lord and was healed that night.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernerst, C.S.C.
Born in 1260 this wealthy young man headed down the wrong road before returning to God. He had a sore on his leg that the doctors realized they could not cure so they decided to cut his leg off to save his life. Peregrine prayed to Our Lord and was healed that night.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
A Story of Saint Marguerite D'Youville
A Story of Saint Marguerite D'Youville
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C
Marguerite D'Youville spent her life imitating the charity of Christ. She suffered many hardships in her marriage. After the death of her husband she supported her family and worked hard to pay off her husband's debts. She spent her life caring for the poor, placing those in need above herself. Despite much opposition she founded the religious community of the Grey Nuns. Her example shows others that we must love everyone for all are children of the Eternal Father and as such worthy of love.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C
Marguerite D'Youville spent her life imitating the charity of Christ. She suffered many hardships in her marriage. After the death of her husband she supported her family and worked hard to pay off her husband's debts. She spent her life caring for the poor, placing those in need above herself. Despite much opposition she founded the religious community of the Grey Nuns. Her example shows others that we must love everyone for all are children of the Eternal Father and as such worthy of love.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
Story of St Margaret of Scotland
A Story of St Margaret of Scotland
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C
When the Normans invaded England in 1066, Princess Margaret was forced to flee to Scotland. Her piety and care for those in need won the hearts of all. Reading this story of Saint Margaret can help us see the importance of being generous with our time, talent, and treasure!
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C
When the Normans invaded England in 1066, Princess Margaret was forced to flee to Scotland. Her piety and care for those in need won the hearts of all. Reading this story of Saint Margaret can help us see the importance of being generous with our time, talent, and treasure!
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
A Story of St John Gualbert
A Story of St John Gualbert
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
John was born in the late 900's in Florence, Italy. His parents were wealthy and they had their children (John and Hugo) taught at home by a teacher hired by their father. After his brother was murdered he sought to find the killer and get revenge for his murder. It was through God's grace that when John found this man and he pleaded for his life that John realized this was not what God wanted of him. On his way home he stopped at a monastery to give thanks for God's grace and beg forgiveness for his own sins. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint John Gualbert by remembering to grant forgiveness and also beg for forgiveness ourselves, as we pray for God's grace as this is most important in all our lives.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernest, C.S.C.
John was born in the late 900's in Florence, Italy. His parents were wealthy and they had their children (John and Hugo) taught at home by a teacher hired by their father. After his brother was murdered he sought to find the killer and get revenge for his murder. It was through God's grace that when John found this man and he pleaded for his life that John realized this was not what God wanted of him. On his way home he stopped at a monastery to give thanks for God's grace and beg forgiveness for his own sins. Reading this story can encourage us to follow in the footsteps of Saint John Gualbert by remembering to grant forgiveness and also beg for forgiveness ourselves, as we pray for God's grace as this is most important in all our lives.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
Story of St Lawrence
A Story of St Lawrence
by Lawrence Emge, C.S.C.
St Lawrence of Rome was 1 of 7 deacons of the Church in Rome and was martyred in the year 258. He was a student of Pope Sixtus II and when the Emperor Valerian started persecuting Christians the Pope was one of the first to be seized. Lawrence wanted to go with the Holy Father, but instead stayed back to distribute the treasures of the Church to the poor before he himself was taken away to be martyred.This story can encourage us to be obedient even in the midst of persecution.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Lawrence Emge, C.S.C.
St Lawrence of Rome was 1 of 7 deacons of the Church in Rome and was martyred in the year 258. He was a student of Pope Sixtus II and when the Emperor Valerian started persecuting Christians the Pope was one of the first to be seized. Lawrence wanted to go with the Holy Father, but instead stayed back to distribute the treasures of the Church to the poor before he himself was taken away to be martyred.This story can encourage us to be obedient even in the midst of persecution.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
Story of St Louise de Marillac
A Story of St Louise de Marillac
by Brother Ernerst, C.S.C.
In 1591, Louise was born into a wealthy family. Her father was a member of the French Parliment. She was married and had a son. After her husband's death she vowed to spend the rest of her life caring for the sick and poor. With the help of her Spiritual Director, St Vincent de Paul, she founded the Sisters of Charity.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages
by Brother Ernerst, C.S.C.
In 1591, Louise was born into a wealthy family. Her father was a member of the French Parliment. She was married and had a son. After her husband's death she vowed to spend the rest of her life caring for the sick and poor. With the help of her Spiritual Director, St Vincent de Paul, she founded the Sisters of Charity.
Level 1
Paperback, size 8" x 6", 30 pages