 | Simply St. Francis Fr. Sergiusz M. Bałdyga OFM A contemporary icon of St. Francis opens up a new world to be explored, a world in which we can meet God. Fr. Sergiusz Bałdyga opens the door to this world by meditating on a contemporary icon showing scenes from the life of the beloved Saint of Assisi. As we walk through the scenes of the life of Francis we are asked to look at our own lives, to ask where God is present in our world. Here is a rich resource for personal meditation on our Christian vocation: Francis was called by God, what about me? For those ready to explore this world, this little book is a handy map for the journey. Bookstore Website |
 | Simply San Damiano Cross Fr. Sergiusz M. Bałdyga OFM An icon with special importance to St. Francis of Assisi and St. Clare can still speak to us today. With thoughtful explanations and prayerful meditations Fr. Sergiusz Bałdyga leads us into the icon of Christ, the San Damiano Cross. He skillfully comments on the significance of its colors and figures, and poses reflective questions about Jesus for today’s reader. He allows the icon to communicate God’s word to us, questioning us and inviting us toward its luminous figure of Jesus, crucified and risen all at once. If beauty can be a path to God, then this little book can be a good companion on the journey. Bookstore Website |
 | Simply St. Anthony Fr. Sergiusz M. Bałdyga OFM This wonderful little book introduces us again to the life and times of St. Anthony of Padua with a new approach. Just as St. Anthony drew on powerful and relatable images in his preaching and teaching, Friar Sergiusz draws on both common and uncommon images to bring new life to one of the greatest Franciscan saints! This approach to St. Anthony invites not only new reflection on the role of the senses in the saint’s life, but also consideration of the senses in our own. There is something for everybody in this accessible text. Bookstore Website |
