Who Am I?
I was once a robber, but after meeting monks in the desert, I became a humble servant of God.
St. Moses the Strong
What made St. Mary of Egypt realize she needed to change her life?
She couldn’t enter the church
What is St. Moses often called because of his dark skin and strong faith?
St. Moses the Black
What can we do if we feel tempted like St. Moses once did?
Pray for strength, talk to a spiritual guide, and remember that God sends angels to help us.
What did St. Moses do every night to serve the monks?
He carried heavy water jars to fill everyone’s containers
I ran away from home at 12 years old and lived in sin for 17 years before finding Christ.
St. Mary of Egypt
How did St. Moses show he was truly sorry for his past?
He served others humbly, carrying water for the monks at night
Why is a lion often shown with St. Mary of Egypt?
Because a lion helped St. Zosima bury her after she died
What lesson can we learn from St. Mary being stopped at the church door?
Sometimes God blocks our way to lead us back to Him
After her conversion, what kind of life did St. Mary of Egypt choose?
A life of solitude and prayer in the desert
I used my home to serve monks, but later fell into sin and repented after one holy man visited me.
St. Paesia
Why did St. Paesia’s repentance surprise the angels?
Because one hour of sincere repentance brought her eternal life
What did St. Augustine hear in a garden that changed his life?
“Tolle lege, tolle lege” which is Latin for “Take up and read.”
St. Paesia teaches us that even when we fall, God wants what?
Our hearts to turn back to Him right away
What act of compassion did St. John the Dwarf show to St. Paesia?
He wept for her instead of judging her, which led her to repent
I studied philosophy and lived for pleasure, but my mother never stopped praying for me.
St. Augustine
What helped St. Augustine finally decide to follow Christ?
He heard a child’s voice saying, “Take up and read,” and obeyed
What special job did St. Paesia’s house serve before she fell into sin?
It was a hospice where monks could rest and eat
What can we learn from St. Monica, the mother of St. Augustine?
Never give up praying for someone who’s far from God.
What did St. Augustine do after his conversion to help others?
He became a bishop and wrote books to teach people about God
I said, “All who take the sword will perish by the sword,” and accepted my death as a martyr.
St. Moses the Strong
What do all four saints teach us about repentance?
No one is too far from God. He always welcomes a sincere heart.
What miracle happened after St. Moses died with his brothers?
A monk saw seven crowns descend from heaven to crown them
What is the biggest lesson all four saints share?
That repentance can completely transform a life.
What does “serving others” teach us about repentance?
True repentance changes not just our heart, but how we treat others