St Marina

About this book

St Marina is an illustrated Orthodox children's book by Radmila Veskova, with pictures by Lidia Abdalla, about the saint whose obedience, humility and courage teach children to follow Jesus.St Marina lived in Egypt in the fourth century. After her mother's death she followed her father into the desert, disguised as a man. She lived in full obedience to her father and to the monastic community she lived with.Her Christ-like obedience brought her many troubles, to the point that she was sent away from the monastery. Yet she kept following God's commands every step of the way.The life of St Marina is a perfect example of obedience, humility and courage. Her story teaches children that being obedient to God and to our parents is not a weakness: it is following in Jesus' footsteps.A beautiful book to read together at bedtime, in Sunday school or in children's meetings, and a lovely gift for any child, especially one named after St Marina. It helps parents and teachers talk with children about humility, patience when we are misunderstood, and trusting God when things are hard.