St. Nectarios Press titles

OUR LATEST PUBLICATIONS:

(SSN) THE STORY OF THE HOLY HIERARCH NECTARIOS, THE WONDERWORKER, by Catalin Gregore, Illustrated by Cristina Ionescu-Berechet. Beautiful full color illustrations adorn the simple and graphic text of this life of our beloved Saint Nectarios of Aegina written for children 7 and up. Large format and glossary. Paper 32pp. a$12.00 Order

(SSS) ST. SERAPHIM OF SAROV, written and Illustrated by Georgia Kalogerakis. A new picture book for children (Preschool and up) by the author of St. Gerasimos and Lion. Full-age illustrations tell the life of this favorite saint. Large format, full color. 26pp. Paper a$16.00 Order

(SHHC) THE STORY OF THE HOLY HEIRARCH CALINIC OF CERNICA, THE WONDERWORKER by Catalin Grigore, illustrated by Christina Ionescu-Berechet, translated by Medana Oltean. The life of the beloved Abbot of the Cernica Monastery in present day Romania, who in the 18th century during the Turkish domination, was instrumental in renewing the Christian life of the Church. A beautifully illustrated edition in full color for children. Large format 30pp. Paper c$12.00 Order NOTE: WE ARE DISTRIBUTORS FOR THIS TITLE.

(ASN) AKATHIST HYMN TO ST. NECTARIOS OF PENTAPOLIS, translated from the Slavonic by Reader Isaac E. Lambertsen. A new Akathist to the Wonderworker of Aegina. 12pp. Paper a$3.00 Order

(GER) SAINT GERASIMOS AND THE LION, written and illustrated by Georgia Kalogerakis. A delightful picture book for children preschool and up, recounting the story of St. Gerasimos who lived in a monastery near the Jordan River and his lion companion, Jordan. Full color. Large format. 32pp. Paper a$12.00 Order

(MART) 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. 24pp. Paper a$12.00 Order

(HWK) HOLY WEEK AND PASCHA by Euphemia Briere. This book takes us through the period in the life of Christ from the raising of Lazarus to the Resurrection, as reflected in the Divine Services of the Holy Orthodox Church. These beautiful and moving services draw together the Old Testament prophecies and the events which took place during that week into an experience and understanding of the passion of our Lord. Simply explained, with beautiful full-color icons and iconographic illustrations, this book is a treasure for Orthodox Christians of all ages. 8.5 x 11 30pp. Hardcover a$20.00; Paperback a$12.00 Order

(CAT) 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. 55pp. Paper a$6.00 Order
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THE HOLY MONKS OF MOUNT ATHOS
by Patrikia

(ANAS) THE LIFE AND MARTYRDOM OF SAINT ANASTASIA AND THOSE WHO WERE WITH HER
This saint, often called the “deliverer from potions” is celebrated on December 22. She and her companions were martyred in Rome during the reign of Diocletian. An inspiring life. 36pp Paper a$4.00
ISBN 0-913026-65-4 Order

(BAR) THE LIFE OF HOLY AND GREAT MARTYR BARBARA
translated from the Synaxarion by Georgia Hronas.
Written for teen-agers and adults. 32pp Paper a$4.00
ISBN 0-913026-45-X Order

(DORR) THE SUFFERING OF THE HOLY MARTYR DOROTHY AND WITH HER CHRISTINA, CALLISTA AND THEOPHILUS
revised edition.
Translated from the Russian.
These lives of early fourth century martyrs from Caesarea of Cappadocia are an inspiration in steadfastness and patience. 22pp Illus. Paper a$2.50
ISBN 0-913026-83-2 Order

(GEO) THE PASSION AND MIRACLES OF THE GREAT MARTYR AND VICTORIOUS WONDER-WORKER, SAINT GEORGE
translated from the Russian, 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. 50pp Paper a$7.00
ISBN 0-913026-69-7 Order

(MAE) 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. 42pp Illus. Paper a$3.50
ISBN 0-913026-31-X Order

(MAX) THE LIFE OF OUR HOLY FATHER MAXIMUS THE CONFESSOR based on the Life by his disciple Anastasius.
Translated by Fr. Christopher Birchall.
This life of a great Confessor of the Faith is a must for all Orthodox Christians. 78pp Paper a$8.50
ISBN 0-913026-52-2 Order

(MOSE) 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. 19pp Paper a$3.00
ISBN 0-913026-30-1 Order

(NECP) LIFE OF ST. NECTARIOS OF PENTAPOLIS
The life of this popular 20th Century Saint translated from the Greek. St. Nectarios, the great wonder-worker of this century, whose relics are on the Island of Aegina. Frontispiece is colored icon. 15pp a$1.25 Order

(NECC) THE LIFE OF ST. NECTARIOS (NEKTARIOS) FOR CHILDREN. 32pp. Full color illustrations.
$7.00 Order

(XENR) ST. 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. 18pp Paper a$2.50
ISBN 0-913026-71-9 Order

(KAS) KASSIANA: Lessons in Divine and Christian Love
from the Collected Works of Bishop Nikolai Velimirovich, translated from the Serbian.
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. 88pp ISBN 0-913026-40-9 OUT OF PRINT

(WRR) A WONDERFUL REVELATION TO THE WORLD: The conversation of St. Seraphim of Sarov with Nikolai Motovilov
On the purpose of Christian life. NEW EDITION, revised and corrected from the Russian, and reprinted in a larger and easier to read format. An excellent work! 48pp Paper a$3.50
ISBN 0-913026-42-5 Order

(GHP) THE GLORIOUS AND HOLY PASCHA: The Music for Matins and Divine Liturgy.
The Paschal Matins as found in the Greek typicon and the special music for the Paschal Divine Liturgy. Byzantine Chant in western notation, with translations and music done by Holy Transfiguration Monastery. 36pp Comb Binding $7.00. Order

(PCM) PRAYERS AT MEAL TIME
A folded card with the prayers used before and after meals.a$.50 Order

(PFP) PRAYERS FOR PURITY
Translated from the Greek.
A small book containing prayers from the Euchologion (Book of Needs) for those suffering from carnal temptations. 42pp. Paper a$3.50 Order

(AKA4) SERVICE OF SMALL COMPLINE AND THE AKATHIST HYMN
Translation by Holy Transfiguration (except for Akathist, which is Faith Press translation).
For the First Four Friday Evenings in Great Lent. Complete service with Byzantine Chant in western notation, set up as used in Greek practice. 28pp Comb binding $5.00 Order

(AKA5) SERVICE OF SMALL COMPLINE AND THE AKATHIST HYMN
For the Fifth Friday Evening in Great Lent. Same as above except the arrangement is for the Fifth Week (full Akathist is done). 32pp Comb binding $6.00 Order

A canon written especially to ask aid for those suffering from the temptation of drugs, alcohol and other substances so prevalent today. Contains a short life of St. Anastasia. Written to Greek meter. 30pp
Paper a$3.00
ISBN 0-913026-37-9 Order

(PSN) SUPPLICATORY CANON TO ST. NECTARIOS OF PENTAPOLIS
Translated by Holy Transfiguration Monastery.
Complete service in English. 26pp Paper a$3.00 Order

(OI?) WHAT ORTHODOX ICONOGRAPHY IS
by Photios Kontoglou .
An excellent article by the noted Greek iconographer, translated from the Greek. A concise explanation of the mystical and theological basis of icons vs. western religious paintings. 8pp Paper a$.50 Order

(AFU) AGAINST FALSE UNION
by Alexandre Kalomiros.
An excellent treatise on the prime danger facing the Orthodox Church today, Ecumenism, written by a pious Greek layman. Updated Appendix. 170pp Paper a$9.00
ISBN 0-913026-49-2 Order

(HDO) HOW DOES ORTHODOXY DIFFER FROM THE WESTERN DENOMINATIONS?
by Metropolitan Anthony of Kiev and Galich, translated from the Russian.
An excellent treatment of the spiritual and moral differences between east and west caused by the divergent theologies which developed. 9pp Paper a$.50 Order

(ONCE) ONCE DELIVERED TO THE SAINTS: An Orthodox Apology for the New Millenium
by Rev. Dr. Michael Azkoul.
This book is an engaging, scholarly work by one of the most profound and provocative Orthodox theologians of our time. By incorporating the most influential people and events which have influenced the Christian Faith, the author guides the reader into the new millenium from the perspective of the guardians and expositors of the Christian Faith. 356pp Paper a$23.00
ISBN 0-913026-84-0 Order

(ECU) THE ORTHODOX CHURCH AND THE ECUMENICAL MOVEMENT: 1920-1969
by Rev. George P. Macris.
A detailed study of the involvement of the Orthodox Church in the Ecumenical Movement with numerous quotations from and references to original source materials, and an extensive bibliography. A unique handbook on the subject of ecumenism from a traditionalist viewpoint. illus. 185pp Paper a$13.00
ISBN 0-913026-74-3 Order

(REP) THE REPLY OF THE ORTHODOX CHURCH TO ROMAN CATHOLIC OVERTURES ON REUNION by Anthimos, Patriarch of Constantinople.
A historical document of great value. Text has been augmented by an Epilogue: two documents from Mt. Athos and “Is the Papacy a Church” by Alexander Kalomiros. 43pp Paper a$2.50
ISBN 0-913026-62-X Order

(RF) THE RIVER OF FIRE
by Alexandre Kalomiros.
An exceptional talk given at the 1980 Seattle Orthodox Conference on the work-ings of God’s dispensation and our redemption. Has been translated into Greek, Russian, Serbian and French. Already a classic work on the Orthodox understanding of good and evil and heaven and hell. Recently published in The Orthodox Activist. 34pp Paper a$4.00
ISBN 0-913026-82-4 Order

(WC) WHY CHRISTIANITY
by Rev. Michael Azkoul.
Fr. Michael answers the questions “Why should I be a Christian? What’s so special about Christianity? Which among the many Christian denominations should I choose?” This thought-provoking booklet answers these and many more searcher’s questions. Revised from the serialized version which appeared in The Orthodox Christian Witness . 34pp Paper a$3.00
ISBN 0-913026-41-7 Order

(BL) THE BAPTISM OF OUR LORD
Text and illustrations by Euphemia Briere.
The narrative and explanation of the baptism of our Saviour retold with scriptural quotes and wonderful line icons. Ideal for 8-10 year olds to read, or to be read to younger children.New smaller format.18pp Paper a$5.00
ISBN 0-913026-44-1 Order

(JB) JESUS IS BORN.
by Sergia Clare Anatolios.
A simple introduction for very young children (ages 1-3) to the story of the Nativity of our Savior and to the icon of the Feast. Coated pages and covers 24pp a$8.00 Order

(KVM) KATIE VISITS A MONASTERY
by Elizabeth Saxild.
A young girl visits a monastery for the first time and describes her experience, and well as what she learns about monastic life. A excellent introduction to this vital aspect of Orthodox Life. Can be used for Sunday School; contains exercises and puzzles at the end.
Paper a$6.50
ISBN 0-913026-47-6 Order

(LCB2) A LENTEN COOKBOOK FOR ORTHODOX CHRISTIANS Our first Lenten cookbook reprinted and updated with a full alphabetical index. Contains the life of St. Euphrosynos the Cook,complete fasting regulations and scores of Lenten recipes. 260 pp Paper a$10.00 (New edition, lays flat.) (Over 21,000 in print)
ISBN 0-913026-81-6 Order

(MCH) MARRIAGE AND THE CHRISTIAN HOME
by Rev. Michael Henning.
A sober and valuable study for every Orthodox family. Contains information on fasting, icon corners, holy water, family responsibilities and more. New edition. 44pp Paper a$4.00
ISBN 0-913026-66-2 Order

(PG) PILGRIM’S GUIDE TO THE HOLY LAND for Orthodox Christians
by Holy Nativity Convent.
An indispensable companion for any Orthodox visiting the Holy Lands. Features a description, photographs, and the scripture reading pertaining to each site. Also, includes maps, a list of what to take with you and other useful information for pilgrims. 75 photographs; 9 maps; glossary of terms; bibliography. 192pp Paper a$20.00
ISBN 0-913026-46-8 Order

(SH) SECULAR HUMANISM: An Orthodox Perspective
by Father John Bockman.
An amplification of one of the talks given at the 1987 Orthodox Conference in Worcester, MA. A scholarly and well-documented study of a contemporary movement, which has permeated and manipulated American society to eliminate a Christian world-view, under the guise of religious philosophical thought. Extensive bibliography. 84pp Paper a$8.00
ISBN 0-913026-73-5 Order

(ACL) THE ANTI-CHRIST LIFE-STYLE by Fr. George Macris. The excellent talk given at the 1984 Orthodox Conference in Toronto. It contains a very good overview of rock and roll music. 21pp Paper a$3.00 Order

(RF) THE RIVER OF FIRE by Alexandre Kalomiros. An exceptional talk given at the 1980 St. Nectarios Orthodox Conference in Seattle, on the workings of God’s dispensation and our redemption. Has been translated into Greek, Russian, Serbian and French. Already a classic work on the Orthodox understanding of good and evil and heaven and hell. 34pp Paper a$4.00
ISBN 0-913026-82-4 Order

(TCL1) NUMBER 1. WHAT IS SECULARISM?
by Fr. Michael Azkoul.
An excellent exposition on modern philosophical and theological thought. 20pp Paper a$1.50 Order

(TCL2) NUMBER 2. ICONS: Aids in Spiritual Struggle
by Fr. George Turpa.
A fine description of the history and theology of Orthodox icons. 23pp Paper a$2.50
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(TCL3) NUMBER 3. The Presbyter as Marriage Counselor and Orthodox Christian Marriage
by Fr. Michael Henning.
Two excellent talks given in 1978 at Toronto. 60pp Paper a$3.50 Order

(C80P) 1980 ORTHODOX CONFERENCE (SEATTLE) PROCEEDINGS
All ten talks presented at the Conference in Seattle in July, 1980 on a variety of both practical and theological subjects. Main speaker: Dr. Alexandre Kalomiros of Greece. 174pp Comb binding a$15.00
ISBN 0-913026-14-X Order

(C90P) 1990 ORTHODOX CONFERENCE (12th Annual) SEATTLE PROCEEDINGS
The printed talks handed out at the 1990 Orthodox Conference in Seattle. The theme of the Conference was The Old Testament. Appended to these talks is the one of “Our Old Testament Heritage” presented by Archimandrite Panteleimon at the 1980 Conference. 80pp Comb binding a$6.00
ISBN 0-913026-26-3 Order