Paperback
Christians Courageous by Aloysius Roche is a thrilling collection of true stories that brings to life some of the boldest heroes of Christian history. Written for ages 12 and up, this inspiring paperback introduces readers to courageous men and women whose faith led them into danger, adventure, sacrifice, and sanctity.
From the early Church to modern times, these unforgettable accounts show how ordinary people answered God’s call with extraordinary bravery. Young readers will encounter martyrs, missionaries, monks, bishops, explorers, and converts whose lives prove that the spirit of Christian heroism did not end with the saints of antiquity.
Inside, readers will discover:
The pagan actor whose mockery of Christianity led to his conversion and martyrdom
The blind boy who became counselor to great saints
The bishop who defended the true Faith against emperors and fellow bishops
The monk who gave his life trying to stop the brutal gladiator games
The missionary priest who evangelized a savage tribe using a dictionary he created himself
The Irish monk who sailed across the unknown seas in search of new lands
The famous Spanish novelist who fought at the Battle of Lepanto
The bishop who turned Attila the Hun away from Rome through courage and faith alone
Filled with daring adventures, historical drama, and powerful examples of virtue, Christians Courageous encourages readers to see their own lives as part of a greater mission. A wonderful addition to Catholic family libraries, homeschool collections, and the shelves of young readers who love heroic history and inspiring stories of faith.
Paperback
Christians Courageous by Aloysius Roche is a thrilling collection of true stories that brings to life some of the boldest heroes of Christian history. Written for ages 12 and up, this inspiring paperback introduces readers to courageous men and women whose faith led them into danger, adventure, sacrifice, and sanctity.
From the early Church to modern times, these unforgettable accounts show how ordinary people answered God’s call with extraordinary bravery. Young readers will encounter martyrs, missionaries, monks, bishops, explorers, and converts whose lives prove that the spirit of Christian heroism did not end with the saints of antiquity.
Inside, readers will discover:
The pagan actor whose mockery of Christianity led to his conversion and martyrdom
The blind boy who became counselor to great saints
The bishop who defended the true Faith against emperors and fellow bishops
The monk who gave his life trying to stop the brutal gladiator games
The missionary priest who evangelized a savage tribe using a dictionary he created himself
The Irish monk who sailed across the unknown seas in search of new lands
The famous Spanish novelist who fought at the Battle of Lepanto
The bishop who turned Attila the Hun away from Rome through courage and faith alone
Filled with daring adventures, historical drama, and powerful examples of virtue, Christians Courageous encourages readers to see their own lives as part of a greater mission. A wonderful addition to Catholic family libraries, homeschool collections, and the shelves of young readers who love heroic history and inspiring stories of faith.
