Lives of Saints

A Collection of Letters to Nuns by Elder Anatoly of Optina - Translated from the Russian text by the Holy Nativity Convent. Saint Anatoly (Zertsalov) of Optina was a contemporary and disciple of Saint Amvrossy, and later a co-laborer with him in the work of spiritual guidance. His letters of direction contain a wealth of useful instruction for anyone seeking the spiritual life, and are permeated with captivating simplicity, sincerity and humor. Includes a complete biography of the Elder, a glossary and an index to the letters. Paperback 308 pages $15.00 Published by Holy Nativity Convent, Brookline, MA www.holynativityconvent.com order code C-111.

A Wonderful Revelation to the World: The Conversation of Saint Seraphim of Sarov with Nikolai Motovilov On the purpose of Christian life. NEW EDITION, revised and corrected from the Russian text, and reprinted in a larger and easier to read format. An excellent work! Paperback 48 pages $3.50 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code WRR

Elder Ieronymos by Peter Botsis; Translated by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA. Includes his life and the complete service to Elder Ieronymos, set to the meter of the Byzantine melodies. Paperback 352 pages $22.00 Published by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA www.thehtm.org - order code B-046.

Kassiana: Lessons in Divine and Christian Love from the Collected Works of Bishop Nikolai Velimirovich, translated from the Serbian text. The full text of the letter from Archimandrite Callistratus to the nun Kassiana, his spiritual daughter who had fallen into despair over her unsightly physical condition. A most beautiful and moving piece. 88 pages (out of print) Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code KAS

Life of our Holy Mother Mary of Egypt The life of one of the favorite Orthodox saints who reposed in the Jordanian desert in 522 A.D. New edition. Illustrated Paperback 42 pages $3.50 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code MAE

Life of Saint Nectarios of Pentapolis The life of this popular 20th Century Saint translated from the Greek text. St. Nectarios, the great wonder-worker of the past century, whose relics are on the Island of Aegina. Frontispiece is colored icon. 15 pages $1.25 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code NECP

Pappa-Nicholas Planas, the Simple Shepherd of the Simple Sheep by Martha Nun. Translated from the Greek text by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA. Papa-Nicholas Planas (1851-1932) was a most pious priest whose entire life was devoted to the services of the Church. He served the Liturgy daily for over fifty years, and was deemed worthy of spiritual gifts. Paperback 192 pages $14.00 Published by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA www.thehtm.org - order code B-003.

Seraphim’s Seraphim - Translated from the Russian text by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA. The life of Pelagia Ivanovna Serebrenikova, Fool for Christ’s sake of the Seraphim-Diveyevo Convent. Paperback 159 pages $10.00 Published by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA www.thehtm.org - order code B-016.

The Elder Moses of Optina Translated from the Russian text by the Holy Nativity Convent. This biography is of the Elder Moses of Optina (1782-1862), who founded the Skete of Saint John the Forerunner and established at Optina the eldership for which it became renowned. Although appearing to be a pious but unremarkable monk, he was adorned with the highest gifts of the Holy Spirit. Includes many illustrations, two maps, a service to the Elder Moses, glossary, and index. Paperback 396 pages $14.50 Published by Holy Nativity Convent, Brookline MA www.holynativityconvent.com order code B-030.

The Life and Martyrdom of Saint Anastasia and Those Who were with Her This saint, often called the "Pharmacolytria" (deliverer from potions) is celebrated on December 22. She and her companions were martyred in Rome during the reign of Diocletian. An inspiring life. Paperback 36 pages $4.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code ANAS

The Life and Sufferings of Saint Catherine the Great Martyr Back in print at last, the new edition of the life of St. Catherine taken from the Great Synaxaristes now includes The Service of the Supplicatory Canon (Paraklesis), in English, metered to Greek Chant. Paperback 55 pages $6.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code CAT

The Life of Holy and Great Martyr Barbara - Translated from the Synaxarion by Georgia Hronas. Written for teen-agers and adults. Paperback 32 pages $4.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code BAR

The Life of our Holy Father Among the Saints, Moses the Ethiopian A new translation of the life of this desert father from Ethiopia - a leader of thieves and a murderer who repented. Contains a selection of his "sayings" from The Paradise of the Fathers. Paperback 19 pages $3.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code MOSE

The Life of our Holy Father Maximus the Confessor Translated by Father Christopher Birchall. Saint Maximus the Confessor, 7th century abbot, confessor, and martyr, was the author of profound spiritual treatises, a number of which are contained in the Philokalia. He was also a steadfast confessor of the Faith at the time of the Monothelite heresy, and his brave stand is an inspiration for all. Paperback 112 pages $8.00 Published by the Holy Transfiguration Monastery, Brookline MA www.thehtm.org - order code B-020.

The Life of Saint Martin A charming account of the life of St. Martin of Tours written by Verena Smith and illustrated by Emile Probst, originally published in 1966. Full-color illustrations enhance the life of this 4th century Father of the Church, known for his love and humility. Paperback 24 pages $12.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code MART

The Life of Saint Nectarios (Nektarios) FOR CHILDREN. Full color illustrations. 32 pages $7.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code NECC

The Passion and Miracles of the Great Martyr and Victorious Wonder-worker, Saint George Translated from the Russian text, and reprinted with additions from the Greek text. The life of this favorite saint of east and west is now available again in a handsome edition printed on acid-free paper, with many icons illustrating his life and martyrdom. Paperback 50 pages $5.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code GEO

The Saints of Anglo-Saxon England (9th-11th Centuries) by Vladimir Moss. A series of lives of Orthodox martyrs and strugglers from the land of England from the centuries just prior to the Norman Conquest, who are largely unknown to us. Illustrated Paperback $9.00 for each series All published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code AS

• Vol. 1: 19 saints from 779 to 934 with an excellent historical introduction. 112 pages - order code AS1
• Vol. 2: This volume contains seven 10th century saints, including St. Dunstan. 113 pages - order code AS2
• Vol. 3: This volume contains the lives of St. Lide, St. Wolfhilda, St. Yvo, St. Wulsin, St. Alphage, St. Ethelfleda and others. 92 pages - order code AS3

The Wheat of Christ by Dmitry Mishetsky. A collection of poetic renditions of the lives of Saints Ignatius of Antioch, Adrian and Natalie, Thais, Dorothy, and Panteleimon. A charming presentation. Illustrated Paperback 36 pages $3.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code WH

The Suffering of the Holy Martyr Dorothy and with her Christina, Callista and Theophilus Revised edition. Translated from the Russian text. These lives of early fourth century martyrs from Caesarea of Cappadocia are an inspiration in steadfastness and patience. Illustrated Paperback 22 pages $2.50 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code DORR

Saint Xenia of Rome This famous and popular saint left wealth and a noble life in Rome to become a "stranger" for the love of Christ. She settled on the Island of Kos and founded a convent there, working many miracles after her repose. Paperback 18 pages $2.50 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code XENR

Victor Constantinus, Maximus Augustus: The Life of Saint Constantine, the First Christian Emperor, And His Mother Saint Helena by Euphemia Briere. Written for older children, with many illustrations. This is not simply an account of their lives, but a window into the life and times of the early Byzantine Empire. Paperback 40 pages $4.00 Published by St. Nectarios Press, Seattle WA www.orthodoxpress.org - order code VC